Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
T. Keating, C. A. Fleming, A. E. Brannigan
Summary: By analyzing the views of a group of surgeons, this study found that robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) offers many advantages in performing rectopexy, including improved visualization, dexterity, and ergonomics.
TECHNIQUES IN COLOPROCTOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Clara Ziane, Etienne Goubault, Benjamin Michaud, Mickael Begon, Fabien Dal Maso
Summary: Muscle fatigue is a significant risk factor for musculoskeletal disorders in musicians, particularly violinists. A study investigated the effects of dynamic assistive support (DAS) on muscle fatigue during violin playing. The results showed that DAS prevented fatigue in certain neck/shoulder muscles and improved joint kinematics. Although the impact on kinematics was limited, DAS has the potential to reduce fatigue and prevent injuries for violinists.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chun-Yu Lin, Yi-Chun Liu, Ming-Cheng Chen, Feng-Fan Chiang
Summary: This study analyzed the learning curve and surgical outcome of robotic assisted colorectal surgery with ERAS program. The results showed that robotic surgery with ERAS program resulted in faster recovery and lower complication rates compared to laparoscopy.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Qingjiang Chen, Shuhao Zhang, Wenjuan Luo, Duote Cai, Yuebin Zhang, Zongwei Huang, Xiaoxiao Xuan, Qixing Xiong, Zhigang Gao
Summary: This study reviewed the clinical characteristics of mesenteric cysts and the effectiveness of robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. The results showed that laparoscopic cyst excision or cyst excision with bowel resection can be effectively performed in children, especially under the robot system.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Marcel Calegari Hayashi, Almir J. Sarri, Pamella Arielle Sandrin Veitas Pereira, Mauricio Murce Rocha, Stenio de Cassio Zequi, Marcos Tobias Machado, Alessandra Hubner de Souza, Luiz Alexandre Viana Magno, Eliney Ferreira Faria
Summary: This study compares the ergonomic risk between laparoscopic and robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy. The results show that the robotic-assisted approach has lower ergonomic risk compared to laparoscopic surgery. However, harmful postures are still observed in both surgeries.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Shan Chen, Yang Lin, Di Xu, Jianli Lin, Yunlong Zeng, Lizhi Li
Summary: This study retrospectively analyzed clinical data from 42 children with choledochal cysts and compared the differences between da Vinci robotic surgery and laparoscopy. The results showed that the robot-assisted group had better postoperative recovery than the laparoscopic group. Therefore, the da Vinci system has advantages in treating pediatric choledochal cysts.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Elena Suarez-Salvador, Maria Goya, Ursula Acosta, Mireia Vargas, Melissa Bradbury, Elena Carreras, Antonio Gil-Moreno
Summary: This study focused on the robotic-assisted transabdominal cerclage, highlighting a new posterior compartment approach. The development of a retro cervical pocket during the procedure was found to be performed safely and effectively, which may help prevent displacement of the Mersilene tape during endoscopic knotting.
FERTILITY AND STERILITY
(2021)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Brandon J. Baird, Monica A. Tynan, Lauren F. Tracy, James T. Heaton, James A. Burns
Summary: The study measured the effects of posture during laryngoscopy on musculoskeletal symptoms, revealing significant differences in muscle fatigue and pain between good and bad positions.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Mariano Catello Di Donna, Vincenzo Giallombardo, Giuseppina Lo Balbo, Giuseppe Cucinella, Giulio Sozzi, Vito Andrea Capozzi, Antonino Abbate, Antonio Simone Lagana, Simone Garzon, Vito Chiantera
Summary: This study compared the surgical outcomes of conventional laparoscopy (CL) and robotic-assisted laparoscopy (RAL) for aortic staging in locally advanced cervical cancer. The results showed that both CL and RAL are valid options for this procedure.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Elisabeth Myrseth, Linn Save Nymo, Petter Fosse Gjessing, Hartwig Korner, Jan Terje Kvaloy, Stig Norderval
Summary: A study from Norway showed that robotic-assisted rectal resections have a lower conversion rate compared to conventional laparoscopy, with conversions being associated with increased risk of postoperative complications.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Hanlin Fu, Jiahui Zhang, Shiyi Zhao, Nannan He
Summary: Robotic-assisted laparoscopy (RALS) is safe and provides long-term oncological outcomes equivalent to conventional laparoscopy (CLS) and superior to laparotomy (LT) for endometrial cancer.
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biophysics
F. dos Anjos, M. Ghislieri, G. L. Cerone, T. P. Pinto, M. Gazzoni
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of a passive trunk exoskeleton on the distribution of low back muscles' activity during different working tasks using high-density surface EMG. The results showed that the exoskeleton led to a decrease in the average root mean square (RMS) amplitude during the static task and reduced variability in muscle activity distribution during the dynamic task. The passive exoskeleton has the potential to alleviate muscular loading at the low back level, especially for static tasks.
JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS
(2022)
Review
Behavioral Sciences
Brigid M. Gillespie, Joseph Gillespie, Rhonda J. Boorman, Karin Granqvist, Johan Stranne, Annette Erichsen-Andersson
Summary: Robotic-assisted surgery has impacted team performance in the operating room. Themes include negotiating the altered physical environs and adapting team communications, managing the robotic system to optimize workflow efficiency, and the importance of technical proficiency depending on experience, team familiarity, and case complexity.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Marielle A. E. Nobbenhuis, Nahid Gul, Peter Barton-Smith, Orfhlaith O'Sullivan, Esther Moss, Thomas E. J. Ind
Summary: The use of robotic-assisted keyhole surgery in gynaecology has expanded, providing improved surgical outcomes and reduced complications compared to traditional keyhole surgery. It also benefits surgeons with improved surgical skills and reduced skeletal muscle problems. However, the higher costs associated with robotic-assisted surgery are limitations.
BJOG-AN INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Behavioral Sciences
Ilseok Lee, Jiwon Choi, Sang Hyeon Kang, Sangeun Jin
Summary: The study found that using a higher and concave desk in a standing workstation can reduce wrist extension and related muscle activity, but at the cost of a larger wrist adduction angle.
Article
Sport Sciences
Mikkel Kolind, Soren Gam, Jeppe G. Phillip, Fernando Pareja-Blanco, Henrik B. Olsen, Ying Gao, Karen Sogaard, Jakob L. Nielsen
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the acute effect of low-load exercise with blood-flow restriction on microvascular oxygenation and muscle excitability. The results showed that low-load exercise with blood-flow restriction can accelerate time to task failure and reduce mechanical work while achieving similar levels of oxygenation, blood-pooling, and muscle excitability. However, it may lead to increased pain.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SPORT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Zhuoqi Cheng, Thiusius Rajeeth Savarimuthu, Shaohui Foong, U-Xuan Tan
Summary: This paper presents a design framework for producing simple mechanisms with adjustable constant force or torque. The constant load is generated by paralleling a positive constant stiffness spring and a negative constant stiffness mechanism. An algorithm is proposed to assist the design of the negative stiffness mechanism. Two example applications demonstrate the effectiveness of the design method in satisfying medical needs.
JOURNAL OF MECHANISMS AND ROBOTICS-TRANSACTIONS OF THE ASME
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Tina Dalager, Alyssa Welch, Shaun Patrick O'Leary, Venerina Johnston, Gisela Sjogaard
Summary: The objective of this study was to assess the adherence and compliance of office workers to a workplace-based strength training intervention and analyze its association with pain reduction. The results showed that strength training significantly reduced neck/shoulder pain, especially in women and pain cases when appropriate levels of adherence and compliance were achieved.
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Stinne Holm Bergholdt, Dorte Gilsaa Hansen, Anna Thit Johnsen, Bo Snedker Boman, Pernille Tine Jensen
Summary: This study aims to test a nurse-led, individualized, and need-based intervention with a specific focus on patient empowerment against a standard physician-led model primarily focusing on the detection of recurrence. The study will provide new information about follow-up in early-stage gynecological cancer settings and contribute to the improvement of future follow-up programs.
Article
Oncology
M. M. Jeppesen, S. H. Bergholdt, A. G. Bentzen, B. H. de Rooij, M. Skorstad, N. P. M. Ezendam, L. V. van de Poll-Franse, I. Vistad, P. T. Jensen
Summary: This study assessed healthcare utilization among female cancer survivors with endometrial, cervical, and ovarian cancer in the Netherlands, Norway, and Denmark. It found that cancer worry was associated with increased use of supportive care services.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Industrial
Alessandro Chiarotto, Heike Gerger, Rogier M. van Rijn, Roy G. Elbers, Erin M. Macri, Jennie A. Jackson, Alex Burdorf, Bart W. Koes, Karen Sogaard
Summary: This systematic review updated a previous review on work-related physical and psychosocial risk factors for elbow disorders. Multiple databases were searched for studies on the associations between work-related physical or psychosocial factors and elbow disorders. The results showed that combined physical exposure indicators were associated with the occurrence of lateral epicondylitis, but no consistent associations were found for other exposures. These results do not allow for strong conclusions regarding the associations between work-related exposures and elbow disorders.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2023)
Review
Engineering, Industrial
Anne Faber Hansen, Peter Hasle, Sandrine Caroly, Karin Reinhold, Marina Jarvis, Astrid Overgaard Herrig, Bibi Dige Heiberg, Karen Sogaard, Laura Punnett, Mette Jensen Stochkendahl
Summary: This review examines the effectiveness of participatory workplace interventions on improving musculoskeletal health and identifies the factors that contribute to their success. The study found that interventions that start with workers' needs and have a positive implementation climate, clear roles and responsibilities, sufficient resources, and managerial commitment and involvement are more likely to achieve genuine worker participation. These interventions generate relevance, meaning, confidence, ownership, and trust for the workers. With this information, participatory ergonomic interventions can be carried out more effectively and sustainably in the future.
Article
Oncology
Hans H. B. Wenzel, Anna N. Hardie, Arturo Moncada-Torres, Claus K. Hogdall, Ruud L. M. Bekkers, Henrik Falconer, Pernille T. Jensen, Hans W. Nijman, Maaike A. van der Aa, Frank Martin, Anna J. van Gestel, Valery E. P. P. Lemmens, Pernilla Dahm-Kahler, Emilia Alfonzo, Jan Persson, Linnea Ekdahl, Sahar Salehi, Ligita P. Froding, Algirdas Markauskas, Katrine Fuglsang, Tine H. Schnack
Summary: By utilizing federated learning, researchers have developed a tool to identify a low-risk group of patients with presumed early-stage cervical cancer for lymph node dissection decision-making.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Sarah Marie Bjornholt, Sarah Elizabeth Sponholtz, Ole Mogensen, Kirsten Bouchelouche, Erik Thorlund Parner, Gudrun Neumann, Kirsten Marie Jochumsen, Bushra Hassan Hamid, Morten Billow Davidsen, Signe Frahm Bjorn, Katja Dahl, Pernille Tine Jensen
Summary: The SENTIREC-endo study investigates the risks and benefits of a national protocolled adoption of sentinel lymph node mapping in women with early-stage low-grade endometrial cancer. The study found that this technique is safe and can provide more accurate treatment allocation for patients in both low and intermediate risk groups.
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Heike Gerger, Karen Sogaard, Erin M. Macri, Jennie A. Jackson, Roy G. Elbers, Rogier M. van Rijn, Bart Koes, Alessandro Chiarotto, Alex Burdorf
Summary: This study provides an overview of the relationship between exposure to work-related hand-arm vibration and the occurrence of specific hand disorders. They collected and analyzed data from 10 studies with over 24,381 participants and found significant associations between vibration exposure and the occurrence of selected disorders. However, due to the majority of studies being cross-sectional, no firm conclusion can be made regarding causal relationships.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HYGIENE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Helle Joon Christiansen, Karen Sogaard, Just Bendix Justesen, Gisela Sjogaard, Tina Dalager
Summary: Worksite intelligent physical exercise training and leisure time physical activities have the potential for long-term improvement of cardiovascular health. The study emphasizes the effectiveness of integrating intelligent physical exercise training during paid working hours and highlights the importance of adherence to training.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Sport Sciences
Gisela Sjogaard, Karen Sogaard, Anne Faber Hansen, Anne Skov Ostergaard, Sanel Teljigovic, Tina Dalager
Summary: This paper discusses the high frequency of work-related disorders and presents an evidence-based exercise prescription to improve health and workability. The concept of Intelligent Physical Exercise Training (IPET) includes the assessment of health-related variables and provides an algorithm with cut-points for prescribing specific exercises.
JOURNAL OF FUNCTIONAL MORPHOLOGY AND KINESIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sanel Teljigovic, Marianne Lindahl, Camilla Molholm von Magius, Gisela Sjogaard, Karen Sogaard, Louise Fleng Sandal
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the internal consistency and construct validity of the Short Musculoskeletal Function Assessment Questionnaire (SMFA) in older adults undergoing physical rehabilitation in an outpatient setting. Adequate internal consistency and construct validity were found for the SMFA, particularly in relation to physical health status. However, there were only fair correlations between SMFA scores and clinical outcome measures, indicating limitations in capturing muscle strength and functional capacity.
ANNALS OF MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Stephanie Mann, Henrik Baare Olsen, Helene M. Paarup, Karen Sogaard
Summary: This study aimed to compare violinists' upper body kinematics and muscle activity while playing with different supportive equipment: their usual chinrest (UC) or an ergonomic chinrest (EC). Minor differences were found between the two set-ups, with the EC resulting in less left rotation of the head (3.3 degrees), slightly more neck extension (1.3 degrees), and less muscle activity (0.5-1.0 %MVE). However, the overall high static muscle activity (4-10 %MVE across all muscles) was maintained using the EC, suggesting that other aspects besides chinrest design should be considered to lower the static workload demands.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Mille Guldager Christiansen, Helle Pappot, Pernille Tine Jensen, Mansoor Raza Mirza, Mary Jarden, Karin Piil
Summary: The objective of this study was to identify items appropriate for use in a PRO tool for women with endometrial or ovarian cancer undergoing treatment with taxanes in combination with carboplatin. A comprehensive literature search, patient advisory board discussions, and expert panel consultations were used to select 21 clinically relevant symptoms from the PRO-CTCAE library.
JOURNAL OF PATIENT-REPORTED OUTCOMES
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Itay Coifman, Rodger Kram, Raziel Riemer
Summary: This study aimed to quantify the metabolic cost of running with additional leg mass. The results showed that for every 1000 g of added mass per leg, gross metabolic power increased by approximately 16% (foot) and 11% (shank) for females, which was slightly greater than the 11% and 8% increases for males, respectively. For thigh loading, metabolic power only increased by 4% per 1000 g in both sexes.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Itay Coifman, Rodger Kram, Raziel Riemer
Summary: The study analyzed the biomechanical response to running with added leg mass, finding that joint moments and powers were dramatically affected, particularly during the swing phase. However, kinematic changes were only moderate. These findings have implications for shoe designs, individuals using added leg mass for running or strength training, and the design of wearable devices.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Wenxiu Yang, Tingshu Chen, Renke He, Richard Goossens, Toon Huysmans
Summary: This study collected autonomic response data (heart rate and skin conductance) from 30 landmarks in the head, neck, and face of 31 participants experiencing pressure discomfort and pain. The results showed that pressure stimulation can change heart rate and skin conductance, with skin conductance being more useful in assessing pressure discomfort and possessing a faster arousal rate. There were gender differences in subjective pressure thresholds and autonomic responses, but no linear correlation between them. This study has significant implications for resolving ergonomic issues associated with head-related products.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Kai Huang, Guozhu Jia, Qun Wang, Yingjie Cai, Zhenyu Zhong, Zeyu Jiao
Summary: In the era of Industry 5.0, human-centered smart manufacturing (HSM) has emphasized the role of humans in collaboration with machines. This study proposes a method that combines deep learning-based 3D pose reconstruction with rapid entire body assessment (REBA) to assess the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) in HSM. The proposed method improves the accuracy of risk assessment by introducing weights between different risk levels, leading to a precision rate of 99.31% in experiments conducted on an automobile production line.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Jan Healey, Sue Hignett, Diane Gyi
Summary: This study explores the delivery of home care in England and examines the barriers that impact worker performance and whether these barriers affect the quality and safety of care. The findings highlight the importance of an Human Factors and Ergonomics (HFE) systems perspective in understanding and improving home care.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Jule Bessler-Etten, Leendert Schaake, Jaap H. Buurke, Gerdienke B. Prange-Lasonder
Summary: This article investigates the development of discomfort caused by repetitive and prolonged forces exerted through a rigid cuff. The study found that repetitive force application triggers discomfort but generally does not result in pain and there are no significant differences between different repetitive loading patterns. The design and use of exoskeletons should consider comfort thresholds specific to prolonged repetitive loading.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
S. Thuillard, L. Audergon, T. Kotalova, A. Sonderegger, J. Sauer
Summary: This study compared the effects of human-induced and machine-induced social stress on task performance and subjective state. The results showed that social stress did not directly affect performance, affect, or self-esteem, but human-induced social stress impaired perceived justice.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Stephen Dooley, Sunwook Kim, Maury A. Nussbaum, Michael L. Madigan
Summary: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of arm- and back-support exoskeletons on reactive balance after slip-like and trip-like perturbations on a treadmill. The study found that the exoskeletons did not significantly increase the probability of failed recovery after the perturbations, but did make balance recovery more challenging. Reactive balance differed when wearing different types and activation states of exoskeletons.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Eirini Balta, Andreas Psarrakis, Argiro Vatakis
Summary: Research has shown that mental workload modulates time perception, making timing behavior a reliable index of cognitive demand. This study tested the timing behavior of air traffic controllers in a real aviation environment under different levels of cognitive load. Results showed significant overestimation of time intervals during the high-load landing phase and greater overestimation when landing two helicopters compared to one.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Kremer Lisanne, Gehrmann Jonathan, Rohrig Rainer, Breil Bernhard
Summary: This study aims to investigate whether eye movement measures are suitable for measuring mental workload in healthcare settings. The results indicate significant differences in both objective and subjective workload measures across different task levels. Additionally, there are indications of overload and fatigue in pupil data.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
John Kang, Stephanie C. Payne, Farzan Sasangohar, Ranjana K. Mehta
Summary: This exploratory longitudinal field study aimed to examine the changes in subjective, performance-based, and physiological fatigue measures over time across different shift types in offshore environments. The findings revealed that workers' performances on the psychomotor vigilance test deteriorated over time across all shift types. The study also found correlations between different multimodal fatigue measures.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Hayoung Jung, Wonsup Lee, Sujin Moon, Heecheon You
Summary: This study measured 12 palmar dimensions to analyze the impact of wrist posture on hand size changes during power grip. The findings showed that hand dimensions decreased significantly during grip, with wrist posture and finger position also exerting significant effects on hand size.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Ido Morag, Avi Parush
Summary: This study indicates that there is a relationship between gender and wayfinding performance, and verbal instructions can influence this relationship. Male participants perform better in terms of accuracy and speed in wayfinding, while females rely more on specific routes. Additionally, applying survey knowledge to females may improve their indoor wayfinding ability.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Junfeng Ma, Yu Wang, Sayali Joshi, Haifeng Wang, Carlton Young, Adam Pervez, Yingge Qu, Shey Washburn
Summary: The U.S. is facing a national nurse shortage, and the application of immersive Virtual Reality technology in nursing education is not fully understood. This study explored the effectiveness and efficacy of immersive Virtual Reality nursing education through a comparative pilot study, and the results showed that the method performed well in terms of effectiveness and efficacy.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
N. Zhang, M. Fard, J. Xu, J. L. Davy, S. R. Robinson
Summary: Driver drowsiness is a significant factor in serious motor vehicle accidents. This study found that specific frequencies of whole-body vibration can induce driver drowsiness and impair attention and driving performance. These findings provide evidence for establishing transportation safety standards.
APPLIED ERGONOMICS
(2024)