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View article: ARINC 429 Cyber-vulnerabilities and Voltage Data in a Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulator
ARINC 429 Cyber-vulnerabilities and Voltage Data in a Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulator Open
ARINC 429 is a ubiquitous data bus for civil avionics, enabling reliable communication between devices from disparate manufacturers. However, ARINC 429 lacks any form of encryption or authentication, making it an inherently insecure commun…
View article: Exploring the link between occupationally relevant whole body vibration and headache and neck pain: is elevated muscle tension an intermediary factor?
Exploring the link between occupationally relevant whole body vibration and headache and neck pain: is elevated muscle tension an intermediary factor? Open
Whole body vibration (WBV) is linked to short- and longer-term adverse health outcomes, including cognitive impairment, stress and memory loss, loss of balance, reduced proprioception, visual and vestibular disturbances, gastrointestinal p…
View article: An assembly organization's approach to conducting ergonomics assessments of nutrunners in the absence of standards
An assembly organization's approach to conducting ergonomics assessments of nutrunners in the absence of standards Open
Repetitive use of handheld nutrunners contributes to the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among assembly operators. Tool-using organizations control the physical exposures resulting from nutrunners through their own, company…
View article: “Navigating chaos”: Urban, Rural, and Remote Patient Experiences in Accessing Healthcare with Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Perspectives of Living with Chronic Low Back Pain
“Navigating chaos”: Urban, Rural, and Remote Patient Experiences in Accessing Healthcare with Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Perspectives of Living with Chronic Low Back Pain Open
Participants identified a range of challenges and facilitators as well as recommendations for improving access to care for chronic low back pain, with unique barriers for rural, remote, and Indigenous participants.
View article: Healthcare Provider Perspectives on Access to Healthcare for Chronic Low Back Pain Across Urban, Rural, and Remote Settings
Healthcare Provider Perspectives on Access to Healthcare for Chronic Low Back Pain Across Urban, Rural, and Remote Settings Open
Introduction: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Healthcare providers play a crucial role in improving access to care for patients with CLBP, but they face numerous challenge…
View article: Digital technologies in construction: A systematic mapping review of evidence for improved occupational health and safety
Digital technologies in construction: A systematic mapping review of evidence for improved occupational health and safety Open
There is accelerating development of digital Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) interventions in construction, but it is not clear whether they reduce the risk of injury and illness. This systematic mapping review summarized the state of…
View article: The effect of selected rest break activities on reaction time, balance, and perceived discomfort after one hour of simulated occupational whole-body vibration exposure in healthy adults
The effect of selected rest break activities on reaction time, balance, and perceived discomfort after one hour of simulated occupational whole-body vibration exposure in healthy adults Open
Background & Objective: Negative health effects from occupational whole-body vibration (WBV) exposure during machinery operation include alterations in proprioception, vestibular function, reaction time, stress, motor response, and decreme…
View article: Addressing Exoskeleton Implementation Challenges: Case Studies of Non-Acceptance in Agriculture
Addressing Exoskeleton Implementation Challenges: Case Studies of Non-Acceptance in Agriculture Open
In addition to careful targeting of trial sites and inclusion of participatory elements in the implementation plan, successful implementation of exoskeletons in agriculture requires fundamental human factors development of the exoskeletons…
View article: Healthcare Access Challenges and Facilitators for Back Pain Across the Rural-Urban Continuum in Saskatchewan, Canada: Cross-Sectional Results From a Provincial-Wide Telephone Survey
Healthcare Access Challenges and Facilitators for Back Pain Across the Rural-Urban Continuum in Saskatchewan, Canada: Cross-Sectional Results From a Provincial-Wide Telephone Survey Open
Background: Chronic back pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder, disproportionately affecting rural and Indigenous people. Saskatchewan has a relatively high proportion of rural and Indigenous residents; therefore, understanding barrier…
View article: Experiences of Health Care Access Challenges for Back Pain Care Across the Rural-Urban Continuum in Canada: Protocol for Cross-sectional Research
Experiences of Health Care Access Challenges for Back Pain Care Across the Rural-Urban Continuum in Canada: Protocol for Cross-sectional Research Open
Background Back pain is common and costly, with negative impacts on both individuals and the health care system. Rural, remote, and Indigenous populations are at greater risk of experiencing back pain compared to urban and non-Indigenous p…
View article: Experiences of health care access challenges for back pain care across the rural-urban continuum: A protocol paper (Preprint)
Experiences of health care access challenges for back pain care across the rural-urban continuum: A protocol paper (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Back pain is a common and costly problem, with negative impacts on both individuals and the healthcare system. Rural, remote, and Indigenous populations are at greater risk of experiencing back pain compared to urban and non-In…
View article: Towards safety and autonomy in the home bathroom: Identifying challenges, needs and gaps
Towards safety and autonomy in the home bathroom: Identifying challenges, needs and gaps Open
This qualitative study aims to identify challenges, needs and gaps for home care bathroom tasks and gather information that will allow for user-centered, sustainable solutions for home care in the bathroom. Twenty-one interviews were carri…
View article: Safety Built Right in: Exploring the Occupational Health and Safety Potential of BIM-Based Platforms throughout the Building Lifecycle
Safety Built Right in: Exploring the Occupational Health and Safety Potential of BIM-Based Platforms throughout the Building Lifecycle Open
This article investigates the opportunities of using digital building platforms based on Building Information Modelling (BIM) to increase occupational health and safety (OHS) in building design, construction, operation and deconstruction. …
View article: Evidence of rotator cuff disease after breast cancer treatment: scapular kinematics of post-mastectomy and post-reconstruction breast cancer survivors
Evidence of rotator cuff disease after breast cancer treatment: scapular kinematics of post-mastectomy and post-reconstruction breast cancer survivors Open
There are kinematic alterations in breast cancer survivors that may promote future development of rotator cuff disease. Compensations may begin as protective and progress to more harmful alterations with time.KEY MESSAGESScapular kinematic…
View article: Higher unemployment and higher work-related traumatic fatality: trends and associations from the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, 2007–2018
Higher unemployment and higher work-related traumatic fatality: trends and associations from the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, 2007–2018 Open
Workplace fatality in the province has fluctuated over the past decade, with differential impact observed among industry groups. Furthermore, an increase in the unemployment rate was followed by an increase in mortality risk. Prioritizing …
View article: P-77 Work-related traumatic fatality in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, 2007–2018: trends and association with economic factors
P-77 Work-related traumatic fatality in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, 2007–2018: trends and association with economic factors Open
Background Understanding the extent of work-related fatality (WRF) burden can provide insight into prevention efforts. The Canadian province of Saskatchewan demonstrates an increased WRF burden over other provinces. Still, the evolution of…
View article: Farmers’ perceptions of exoskeleton use on farms: Finding the right tool for the work(er)
Farmers’ perceptions of exoskeleton use on farms: Finding the right tool for the work(er) Open
Despite the promising impact that exoskeletons might have on reducing MSDs, on-farm investigations of exoskeletons are limited. This study explored farmers' perceptions of the feasibility and practicality of exoskeleton use in Canadian pra…
View article: Economic analysis of new workplace technology including productivity and injury: The case of needle-less injection in swine
Economic analysis of new workplace technology including productivity and injury: The case of needle-less injection in swine Open
Increasing intensification in swine production has led to new and specialized technologies, but the occupational health and safety impacts are rarely quantified in the business plans for adoption. Needle-less injection has potential to inc…
View article: <p>Experience of patients and practitioners with a team and technology approach to chronic back disorder management</p>
Experience of patients and practitioners with a team and technology approach to chronic back disorder management Open
Patient satisfaction with the telerehabilitation model of care was high. Patients and practitioners reported their experiences were impacted by access to care, interprofessional practice, enhanced care for CBD and technology. These finding…
View article: Prevalence and risk factors of low back disorders among waste collection workers: A systematic review
Prevalence and risk factors of low back disorders among waste collection workers: A systematic review Open
In light of these risks and future growth in this industry, the lack of high quality studies and investigation of risk factors highlight the need for more research in this sector which will support future LBD prevention efforts.
View article: Mapping Physiotherapy Use in Canada in Relation to Physiotherapist Distribution
Mapping Physiotherapy Use in Canada in Relation to Physiotherapist Distribution Open
Purpose: In this cross-sectional study, we examined the distribution of physiotherapists at the health region level across Canada in relation to self-reported physiotherapy use across the provinces and territories. Method: We drew on two d…
View article: Get ’Er Done: Experiences of Canadian Farmers Living with Chronic Low Back Disorders
Get ’Er Done: Experiences of Canadian Farmers Living with Chronic Low Back Disorders Open
Purpose: This study explored the experiences of adult farmers living with chronic low back disorders (LBDs) in Saskatchewan. Method: A qualitative phenomenological approach with inductive thematic analysis was used to analyze semi-structur…
View article: Musculoskeletal discomfort among Canadian bovine practitioners: Prevalence, impact on work, and perception of physically demanding tasks.
Musculoskeletal discomfort among Canadian bovine practitioners: Prevalence, impact on work, and perception of physically demanding tasks. Open
Musculoskeletal discomfort (MSD) is prevalent in large animal veterinarians but little research has been conducted on prevalence of MSD and its impact among Canadian bovine veterinarians. This 2017 survey targeted practicing and retired me…
Towards a deeper understanding of parenting on farms: A qualitative study Open
This novel qualitative study provides deep insight into how Saskatchewan farm parents approach a fundamental decision-making process associated with their parenting. The proposed model provides insight into the etiology of pediatric farm i…