03/15/23: Experimental Approaches for the Characterization of Prolonged Sedentary Postures Among Sedentary Workers

Recorded on Wednesday, March 15, 2023

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Experimental Approaches for the Characterization of Prolonged Sedentary Postures Among Workers

About the webinar:

The adoption of prolonged sitting posture, which is a condition commonly encountered in several working tasks, is known to induce a wide range of negative effects, including discomfort, which has been recognized as an early predictor for musculoskeletal disorders (particularly low back pain), and impact on cardio-metabolic health. In this regard, the continuous monitoring of worker’s psychophysical state while sitting for long periods of time and throughout the day, may result useful in to preventing and managing potentially risky situations and to promote ergonomics and macroergonomics interventions, aimed to better organize work shifts and workplaces. The aim of this talk is to provide a set of monitoring methods and parameters, based on the use of quantitative information derived from body-seat contact pressure sensors and wearable devices.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the completion of this activity, the learner will be able to:

  • Discuss practical methods for the continuous long–term monitoring of prolonged sitting postures during actual workshifts

  • Review how to interpret trunk sway parameters and in chair movements for the evaluation of prolonged sitting

  • Identify differences of sitting strategies among different workers

  • Identify which movement behavior parameters are the most associated with musculoskeletal discomfort and cardio-metabolic outcomes

Speaker: Federico Arippa, PhD

Federico Arippa is a biomedical engineer and received his Ph.D. degree at the Biomechanics and Industrial Ergonomics Laboratory of Cagliari University. The main focus of his research is to study the numerous cardiometabolic and musculoskeletal disorders associated with prolonged sitting posture.

ACCREDITATION

The Center for Occupational and Environmental Health designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 Contact Hour. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

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ACCESSIBILITY:

If you require an accommodation for effective communication (ASL interpreting/CART captioning, alternative media formats, etc.) to fully participate in this event, please contact Michelle Meyer at (510) 642-8365 or mmeyer@berkeley.edu(link sends e-mail) with as much advance notice as possible and at least 7-10 days in advance of the event.

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About Northern Center for Occupational and Environmental Health (COEH):

The Northern Center for Occupational and Environmental Health (COEH) and its sister centers at Los Angeles and Irvine serve government, industry, schools, health professionals, and the general public through programs and partnerships designed to deepen understanding of occupational and environmental hazards and to prevent disease, fatalities, and injuries.