Evaluating the health impacts of repetitive motion tasks in dairy milkers.

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and chronic fatigue are prevalent issues in the dairy industry, driven by repetitive tasks, poor posture, and biomechanical strain. Studies reveal strong connections between postural stress, tendon strain, and increased injury rates among workers. Effective intervent...

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Publicado en:Work Vol. 81; no. 3; pp. 3041 - 3043
Autores principales: S, Akshya, Subramanian, Shenbaga Sundaram, Vishnuram, Surya, Dhandapani, Bhavaani Sree
Formato: letter tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Sage Publications Inc. Jul2025
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          S, Akshya
          Subramanian, Shenbaga Sundaram
          Vishnuram, Surya
          Dhandapani, Bhavaani Sree
        affil: Saveetha College of Physiotherapy, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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          Agriculture
          Dairy Products
          Milk
          Occupational Health
          Task Performance and Analysis
          Cumulative Trauma Disorders
          Musculoskeletal Diseases
          Muscle Fatigue
          Balance, Postural
          Farmworkers
          Ergonomics
          Health Impact Assessment
      ab: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and chronic fatigue are prevalent issues in the dairy industry, driven by repetitive tasks, poor posture, and biomechanical strain. Studies reveal strong connections between postural stress, tendon strain, and increased injury rates among workers. Effective interventions, such as task rotation, workstation adjustments, and ergonomic training, have been shown to reduce MSD risks and improve worker health. Holistic approaches that combine ergonomic enhancements with education address physical and environmental challenges comprehensively. These findings emphasize the need for early ergonomic strategies to boost productivity, reduce absenteeism, and ensure safer working environments in the dairy sector.
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