| Document ID (ISN) | 68556 |
| CIS number |
97-286 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0723-7561 - Die BG |
| Year |
1996 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Kössler F. |
| Title |
Do supports of the lumbar spine help to prevent back disorders caused by heavy work? |
| Original title |
Nutzen Lumbal-Stützgurte zur Prävention von Rückenbescherden bei körperlicher Schwerarbeit? [in German] |
| Bibliographic information |
June 1996, No.6, p.418-426. Illus. 41 ref. |
| Abstract |
Back belts are worn to support the spine during heavy manual lifting tasks. The present knowledge of the effects of back belts on trunk muscle activity, intra-abdominal and intra-discal pressure and on the cardiovascular system is outlined. The subjectively perceived benefits of back belts and the present knowledge on the reduction of backache by back belts are included in the literature survey. It is concluded that improper or irregular use of the lumbar belt can be more hazardous than beneficial in heavy lifting tasks. It is recommended to give priority to training the personnel in assuming an ergonomic body posture for lifting heavy loads. The personnel that uses back belts needs instructions on how to use them properly. Monitoring the frequency of use and the back problems that occur with and without the use of back belts will provide information that can be contributed to the ongoing discussion of the benefits of back belts. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
lifting of loads; manual lifting; lumbar column; spinal diseases; backache; back belts; back disorders |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
literature survey; personal protective equipment; evaluation of equipment |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | Germany |
| Subject(s) |
Personal protection
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Mechanical hazards, transport
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Belts, harnesses and lifelines
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system
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