At Work 55 (Winter 2009)
Preventing upper extremity MSDs: What works and what doesn’t
The strongest evidence to come out of a new systematic review from the Institute for Work & Health is that workstation adjustments alone have no effect in preventing upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders. However, there are indications that adding ergonomics training to the mix may make a difference.
What researchers mean by..."cross-sectional vs. longitudinal studies"
Cross-sectional studies make comparisons at a single point in time, whereas longitudinal studies make comparisons over time. The research question will determine which approach is best.
Pilot program decreases duration and costs of workers’ comp claims
Organizational support to family physicians — including health services case managers to help coordinate care, improve communication with employers and reduce paperwork — can improve the delivery of health care to injured workers and lower costs. Dr. Thomas Wickizer explained how and why.
Research 101: Dealing with the unexpected
In Part 1, we introduced you to the project’s lead researcher, IWH Scientist Dr. Peter Smith. We explored the formulation of the research question and the search for funding. Here, Smith and his team come up against three challenges that threaten to derail the project's timeline.
New IWH senior scientist reaches out to policy-makers
Getting workplaces, health-care providers and public institutions to understand and adopt evidence-based practices has long been a priority of the Institute for Work & Health (IWH). Now, the IWH is strengthening its ties in particular with the policy-makers within these stakeholder groups.
Tools you can use: A practical way to apply best evidence
The Institute for Work & Health is adding to its collection of user-friendly tools to help you make health, safety and return-to-work decisions based on the best scientific evidence.
IWH News
- New IWH website up and running
- IWH Board welcomes new member
- Change of date for WorkCongress9
Infocus
Small firms need OHS services tailored to their needs
When it comes to occupational health and safety (OHS), small businesses are not large firms on a smaller scale. They have unique features that affect their approach to workplace health and safety, and these features should be taken into account by OHS professionals and policy-makers when designing small-firm programs and services.
