Effects of an exoskeleton on muscle activity in tasks requiring arm elevation: Part I – Experiments in a controlled laboratory setting.

BACKGROUND: Long-term work with elevated arms, or overhead work, is a risk factor for musculoskeletal complaints and disorders. Upper-limb exoskeletons are a promising tool for reducing occupational workload when working with hands above shoulder level. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to as...

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Published in:	Work Vol. 77; no. 4; pp. 1179 - 1189
Main Authors:	Mänttäri, Satu, Rauttola, Ari-Pekka, Halonen, Janne, Karkulehto, Jutta, Säynäjäkangas, Pihla, Oksa, Juha
Format:	pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article
Published:	Sage Publications Inc. 2024
Online Access:	View this record in EBSCOhost