Research Papers and Professional Publishing
Evidence-based position papers on current ergonomic issues.
Open Access Journals/Publications
A Systematic Review of Industrial Exoskeletons for Injury Prevention: Efficacy Evaluation Metrics, Target Tasks, and Supported Body Postures
Industrial workplaces expose workers to a high risk of injuries such as Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs). Exoskeletons are wearable robotic technologies that can be used to reduce the loads exerted on the body’s joints and reduce the occurrence of WMSDs. However, current studies show that the deployment of industrial exoskeletons is still limited, and widespread adoption depends on different factors, including efficacy evaluation metrics, target tasks, and supported body postures.
Published on MDPI
The Effectiveness of Workplace Musculoskeletal Injury Risk Factor Screening Tools for Reducing Injury: A Systematic Review
Musculoskeletal injury (MSI) contributes to global health burdens. Effective MSI prevention is necessary. MSI risk factor screening tools can be used by employers to identify and mitigate occupational hazards. Rigorous synthesis of the effectiveness of these tools has not taken place. We synthesized literature on effectiveness of MSI risk factor screening tools for reducing injury through informing prevention interventions.
Published on National Library of Medicine
Effective use of musculoskeletal injury risk factor screening tools – a systematic review
Musculoskeletal injury (MSI) remains the most common reason for disability and work loss globally. Effective prevention of MSI is necessary. MSI Risk Factor screening tools can be used by employers and health care providers to identify and mitigate hazards. A rigorous synthesis of effective application of these tools had not previously taken place.
Published on ScienceDirect
A framework for evaluation and adoption of industrial exoskeletons
Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs) account for a significant portion of worker illnesses and injuries, resulting in high costs and productivity losses to employers globally. In recent years, there has been an increased interest in the use of exoskeleton technology to reduce rates of WMSDs in industrial worksites. Despite the potential of exoskeletons to mitigate the risks of WMSDs, the required steps to properly assess and implement the technology for industrial applications are not clear.
Published on ScienceDirect
Performance and effectiveness of a passive back-support exoskeleton in manual material handling tasks in the construction industry
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are a leading contributor to workplace injuries in the construction industry, with the low back being the most affected body part. Recent developments have led to the introduction of exoskeletons on industrial job sites as a means to mitigate the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Due to the newness of industrial exoskeletons, the successful application of this technology in the construction industry requires a thorough evaluation of different aspects of its adoption, especially user acceptance, to ensure a successful and effective uptake.
Published on Springer Nature
Facing the Challenge of Patient Transfers: using Ceiling Lifts
Veira, E. and Miller, L. (2008). Facing the Challenge of Patient Transfers: using Ceiling Lifts. Healthcare Facilities, HERD – Health Environments Research & Design Journal, 2(1).
How Healthy is Your Workplace?
Miller, L. & Hart, L. (2012). Improving the Occupant Experience in LEED Buildings: It’s Time for Ergonomics. ErgoWeb.
Occupant Comfort and Health in Green and Conventional University Buildings
Hedge, A., Miller, L. & Dorsey, J. (2014). Occupant comfort and health in green and conventional university buildings. Work: A journal of prevention, assessment & rehabilitation, (1-10).
LEED and Ergonomics – Fundamental to Occupant Health
Miller, L. (2011).LEED and Ergonomics – Fundamental to Occupant Health. IDEC Exchange: A Forum for Interior Design Educators.
The Importance of Ergonomics to Sustainability Throughout a Building’s Life Cycle
Miller, L., Dorsey, J. & Jacobs, K. (2012). The Importance of Ergonomics to Sustainability throughout a Building’s life cycle. Work 1(41), 2129-32.
The Importance of Ergonomics to Sustainability throughout a Building’s Life Cycle
Miller, L., Dorsey, J. & Jacobs, K. The Importance of Ergonomics to Sustainability throughout a Building’s Life Cycle. International Ergonomics Association Congress, Receife, Brazil, 2/12.
