The role of whole-body vibration in back pain: A cross-sectional study with agricultural pilots

ConclusionUsing the data from this study, it was possible to calculate the odds ratio of the agricultural pilot suffering low back pain, based on eight personal and work-related factors.Relevance for the industryBased on the results of the present study, it was possible to define strategies to reduce whole-body exposure in agricultural aircraft and, consequently, improve the pilots’ health. Strategies included management of the exposure and aircraft improvement.Graphical abstract
Source: International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics - Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research