Neck Kinematics and Electromyography While Wearing Head Supported Mass During Running

Hanks, Matthew; Sefton, JoEllen M.; Oliver, Gretchen D.

doi:10.3357/amhp.4955.2018

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“…It is well established that the main negative effect on the mobility of firefighters is due to PPEs that lead to a decrease in physical performance [ 29 ]. Many different approaches have been proposed to quantitatively measure the mobility of firefighters during typical activities and the majority focused the analysis on the evaluation of the range of motion (ROM) [ 88 , 93 , 95 , 96 , 98 , 101 , 102 , 103 , 105 ].…”

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“…For all the above-mentioned reasons, several studies deal with the analysis of physiological variables [6, and physical parameters [88][89][90][91][92][93][94][95][96][97][98][99][100][101][102][103][104][105][106][107]. Sensor-based systems, such as portable metabolic systems, heart rate monitors, ingestible temperature pills and skin temperature patches for the physiological aspects [6,25,46,48,53,[55][56][57]71,74,78,81,84], as well optoelectronic systems, inertial sensors and pressure insoles for the physical ones [94][95][96][97][98]101,102,108,109] have shown their potential mainly due to the possibility to measure several variables without influencing the FF working procedures. Moreover, the latest progress in the robotic field has opened the possibility to use robotic devices to help prevent worker fatigue and work-related musculo-skeletal disorders in manufacturing settings.…”

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Preventing and Monitoring Work-Related Diseases in Firefighters: A Literature Review on Sensor-Based Systems and Future Perspectives in Robotic Devices

Taborri

Pasinetti

Cardinali

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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In recent years, the necessity to prevent work-related diseases has led to the use of sensor-based systems to measure important features during working activities. This topic achieved great popularity especially in hazardous and demanding activities such as those required of firefighters. Among feasible sensor systems, wearable sensors revealed their advantages in terms of possibility to conduct measures in real conditions and without influencing the movements of workers. In addition, the advent of robotics can be also exploited in order to reduce work-related disorders. The present literature review aims at providing an overview of sensor-based systems used to monitor physiological and physical parameters in firefighters during real activities, as well as to offer ideas for understanding the potentialities of exoskeletons and assistive devices.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Preventing and Monitoring Work-Related Diseases in Firefighters: A Literature Review on Sensor-Based Systems and Future Perspectives in Robotic Devices

Taborri

Pasinetti

Cardinali

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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“…For instances, prolonged static postures (Christensen et al, 2023), repetitive neck motions (Guidotti, 1992), heavy lifting or working in awkward neck postures (Ariens et al, 2000), sedentary lifestyle and poor sleep quality (Peterson and Pihlström, 2021), and chronic stress and certain mental health conditions (Kim et al, 2013) have been associated with work-related neck MSD. In addition to these causes, the usage of helmets and other head mounted devices in medical surgery (Nimbarte et al, 2013), military (Hanks et al, 2018), firefighter (Park et al, 2014; Wang et al, 2021), sports (Kent et al, 2020; Mortensen et al, 2020), and vehicle safety applications (Diyana et al, 2019) were found to increase the chances of neck MSD.…”

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Firefighter Helmets and Cervical Intervertebral Kinematics: An OpenSim-Based Biomechanical Study

Paulon,

Subramanian,

Chowdhury

2023

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Wearing head-mounted devices for prolonged time in occupational settings is one of the leading causes of neck pain. In the case of firefighters, the helmets are designed to provide protection against both fire and impact, making it heavier, thereby increasing the risk of neck pain and musculoskeletal injuries. In this study, we evaluated user adaptability and chances of injury with two different firefighter helmet designs, US-style helmet with a comparatively higher center of mass (COM), and European-style helmet with higher mass, based on cervical intervertebral kinematics. We collected motion data of 18 male and 18 female firefighters while performing static and dynamic flexion-extension and lateral bending with and without the helmets and measured the helmets’ inertial properties. Musculoskeletal simulations were performed by applying the motion data and helmet inertial properties to a modified OpenSim full-body model to calculate cervical intervertebral kinematics. It was found that the US-style helmet, although lighter in weight, significantly increased the maximum neck and intervertebral angles during static flexion, and lateral bending and decreased static and dynamic maximum extension angles. In addition, both helmets affected cervical lordosis, which could potentially increase the risks of musculoskeletal disorders during long-term usage or firefighting operations. This study revealed that the higher lever arm of the helmet COM and moment of inertia about the axis of rotation, especially in the case of US-style helmets, is the reason for variations in neck kinematics. A low-profile helmet design (lower COM) would improve the safety and musculoskeletal health of the firefighters.

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A comprehensive review of wearable assistive robotic devices used for head and neck rehabilitation

Lingampally

Doss

Thao

et al. 2023

Results in Engineering

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Neck Kinematics and Electromyography While Wearing Head Supported Mass During Running

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Preventing and Monitoring Work-Related Diseases in Firefighters: A Literature Review on Sensor-Based Systems and Future Perspectives in Robotic Devices

Preventing and Monitoring Work-Related Diseases in Firefighters: A Literature Review on Sensor-Based Systems and Future Perspectives in Robotic Devices

Firefighter Helmets and Cervical Intervertebral Kinematics: An OpenSim-Based Biomechanical Study

A comprehensive review of wearable assistive robotic devices used for head and neck rehabilitation

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