Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis in VDU Work

Mitsuya, Reiko; Ebine, Yuichi; Nozaki, Manami; Noro, Kageyu

doi:10.1080/10803548.2003.11076577

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“…Swelling of the feet is often found in people who work in front of a VDT for a prolonged period, indicating poor peripheral circulation. 24) The present study suggests that ingestion of NKCP ® increased the skin surface temperature, thus improving peripheral blood flow in the shoulders and neck as well as in the lower extremities. Thus, NKCP ® may prevent swelling of the feet in addition to improving neck and shoulder stiffness.…”

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“…Skin surface temperature and blood flow are also used to assess neck and shoulder pain and dysfunction. [19][20][21][22][23] In order to assess blood flow near the shoulders and neck, the current study also measured skin surface temperature and blood flow. NKCP ® did not increase blood flow in the shoulders and neck, but it increased skin surface temperature in those areas.…”

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Effects of Products Containing Bacillus subtilis var. natto on Healthy Subjects with Neck and Shoulder Stiffness, a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Study

Sunagawa

Nobuko

Miyazaki

et al. 2018

Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin

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Neck and shoulder stiffness is a typical subjective symptom in developed countries. This stiffness is caused by factors such as muscle tension and poor blood flow, leading to reduce work efficiency and diminish quality of life. NKCP ® , a natto-derived dietary food supplement whose main component is bacillopeptidase F, has antithrombotic, fibrinolytic, and blood viscosity-lowering effects. Here, we investigated the effect of NKCP ® on neck and shoulder stiffness in a double-blind placebo-controlled randomized crossover study.Thirty subjects with neck and shoulder stiffness were randomly divided into 2 groups and Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin Advance Publication IntroductionNeck and shoulder stiffness is a typical subjective symptom felt by people in developed countries when under physical strain. This stiffness is caused by factors such as increased use of visual display terminals (VDTs) to perform routine tasks, lack of exercise, and physical stress. These factors increase muscle tension and reduce blood flow around the neck and shoulders. [1][2][3][4] Because chronic neck and shoulder discomfort can lead to a decrease in work efficiency and diminished quality of life (QOL), the alleviation of this discomfort is highly desirable in developed countries.Natto is a traditional food made from fermented soybeans that has long been eaten in Japan. It has a balanced nutritional value and contains proteases that lower cholesterol, dissolve thrombi, and improve blood flow. Thus, it is an exceptional food that can help to improve public health. 5-7However, natto is sticky and highly pungent, so some individuals In the current study, we performed a double-blind cross-over study to examine the effects of NKCP ® on healthy subjects with neck and shoulder stiffness and pain. Material and Methods SubjectsThis study was approved by the clinical research ethics committees of the University The details of the study were explained to potential subjects verbally and in writing prior to the start of the study. Consent for study participation was obtained in writing.Inclusion criteria were subjects (men or women aged 20-80 years) with the physical symptoms of neck and shoulder stiffness and pain who routinely worked at a desk. Exclusion criteria were subjects with an underlying illness, pregnant or nursing, dementia, taking pharmaceuticals or supplements or consuming foods that might affect this study, and participating in other clinical studies. No specific restrictions were placed on receiving massages or on routinely applying a poultice to the neck and shoulders. Power analysisPower analysis was performed using G*Power 3.1.9.2 software. A previous Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin Advance Publicationcross-over study examined the effects of NKCP ® in 17 patients (dropout rate: 0%) with lifestyle-related diseases (Hitosugi et al, 2015). Based on the results of that study, a power analysis was performed with an effective dose of 0.5, a power of 0.7, and a significance level of 0.05. Assuming a dropout rate of ...

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Effects of Products Containing Bacillus subtilis var. natto on Healthy Subjects with Neck and Shoulder Stiffness, a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Study

Sunagawa

Nobuko

Miyazaki

et al. 2018

Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin

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“…Mitsuya et al 57 have suggested to sit in a reclining posture and occasionally use a footrest, stretch the legs, and walk 10 min during breaks. However, studies to assess the effectiveness of such recommendations are still needed.…”

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Lower limb venous and arterial peripheral diseases and work conditions: systematic review

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ObjectivesThe individual peripheral vascular disease risk factors are well documented, but the role of work conditions remains equivocal. This systematic review aims to assess relationships between lower limb peripheral venous diseases (lower limb varicose veins (LLVV), venous thromboembolism (VTE) comprising deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism), peripheral arterial disease (intermittent claudication, aortic dissection, aortic aneurysm) and occupational constraints among working adults.MethodsSeveral databases were systematically searched until February 2019 for observational studies and clinical trials. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses method was used for article selection. Quality assessment and risk of bias were evaluated using Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology and Newcastle-Ottawa scales.ResultsAmong the 720 screened articles, 37 remained after full-text evaluation. Among the 21 studies on LLVV, prolonged standing was significantly associated to a higher risk of varicose veins with a threshold probably around >3 to 4 hours/day but exposure duration in years was not sufficiently considered. Seated immobility was often observed in workers, with no sufficient evidence to prove that prolonged sitting at work is related to VTE. Carrying heavy loads, stress at work and exposure to high temperatures have emerged more recently notably in relation to varicose veins but need to be better explored. Only three studies discussed the potential role of work on peripheral arterial disease development.ConclusionsAlthough some observational studies showed that prolonged standing can be related to varicose veins and that seated immobility at work could be linked to VTE, very little is known about peripheral arterial disease and occupational constraints. Clinical trials to determine preventive strategies at work are needed.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42019127652.

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Gamer's Health Guide: Optimizing Performance, Recognizing Hazards, and Promoting Wellness in Esports

Cruickshank

Kampert

et al. 2020

Curr Sports Med Rep

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Electronic sports (esports), or competitive video gaming, is a rapidly growing industry and phenomenon. While around 90% of American children play video games recreationally, the average professional esports athlete spends 5.5 to 10 h gaming daily. These times and efforts parallel those of traditional sports activities where individuals can participate at the casual to the professional level with the respective time commitments. Given the rapid growth in esports, greater emphasis has been placed on identification, management, and prevention of common health hazards that are associated with esports participation while also focusing on the importance of health promotion for this group of athletes. This review outlines a three-point framework for sports medicine providers, trainers, and coaches to provide a holistic approach for the care of the esports athlete. This esports framework includes awareness and management of common musculoskeletal and health hazards, opportunities for health promotion, and recommendations for performance optimization.

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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis in VDU Work

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Effects of Products Containing <i>Bacillus subtilis</i> var. <i>natto</i> on Healthy Subjects with Neck and Shoulder Stiffness, a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Study

Effects of Products Containing <i>Bacillus subtilis</i> var. <i>natto</i> on Healthy Subjects with Neck and Shoulder Stiffness, a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Randomized Crossover Study

Lower limb venous and arterial peripheral diseases and work conditions: systematic review

Gamer's Health Guide: Optimizing Performance, Recognizing Hazards, and Promoting Wellness in Esports

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