At Work 85 (Summer 2016)

Research comparing MSD and mental health compensation claims in Australia offers a picture of return-to-work challenges for psychological conditions.

Published: August 10, 2016

First-ever estimate of the economic burden of asbestos looks at newly diagnosed cases in Canada in 2011.

Published: August 10, 2016

For three days, the best and brightest researchers on work-related MSDs gathered and shared their work. Here's a recap of the PREMUS 2016 keynotes.

Published: August 10, 2016

Repetitive hand motion and wrist posture alone aren't risks for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), but forceful hand exertion is.

Published: August 10, 2016

Women who do the same tasks as men often face a higher risk of MSDs in their neck and upper limbs, and this higher risk may be due to differences both in biology (sex) and social roles, activities and behaviours (gender).

Published: February 10, 2016

What do flex and stretch programs at construction worksites have to do with safety climate and safety culture? A PREMUS keynote speaker thinks she has the answer.

Published: August 10, 2016

It might be a common perception that prolonged sitting is linked to increased pain or injury, but the evidence indicates that too much standing is also a risk factor, says PREMUS keynote speaker Dr. Jack Callaghan.

Published: August 10, 2016

Think there's a trade-off between safety and productivity? Evidence suggests you think again.

Published: August 10, 2016

The relationship between age and days on disability changes with different chronic conditions.

Published: August 10, 2016

2016 Nachemson to honour RTW pioneer ~ CARWH 2016 takes place this fall in Toronto ~ IWH senior scientist honoured with award ~ Welcome to new associate scientist

Published: August 10, 2016