Is it important to know the load mass in lifting tasks to prevent falls?
BACKGROUND: Lifting objects without knowing its weight may result in postural imbalances and be a risk factor for falls. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to examine the influence of the load knowledge in postural balance when lifting different weight loads. METHODS: Thirteen male subjects (23.8...
| Publicado en: | Work Vol. 51; no. 3; pp. 439 - 445 |
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| Formato: | equations & formulas research tables/charts Journal Article |
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Sage Publications Inc.
2015
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