Implementation of specific strength training among industrial laboratory technicians: long-term effects on back, neck and upper extremity pain.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous studies have shown positive effects of physical exercise at the workplace on musculoskeletal disorders. However, long-term adherence remains a challenge. The present study evaluates long-term adherence and effects of a workplace strength training intervention on back, neck and upper extremity pain among laboratory technicians.

Methods

Cluster-randomized controlled trial involving 537 industrial laboratory technicians. Subjects were randomized at the cluster level to one of two groups: training group 1 (TG1, n = 282) performing supervised strength training from February to June 2009 (round one) or training group 2 (TG2, n = 255) performing supervised strength training from August to December 2009 (round two). The outcome measures were changes in self-repor

SUBMITTER: Pedersen MT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3851840 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature