Resources on Injury Prevention, Safety and Wellness in the Workplace

Thought leadership, analysis and advanced practices

Fit To Work: Exercise as a Strategy for Productive Aging in The Modern Workplace

Abstract: As the future of work continues to shift, one of the most pertinent concerns that has emerged over the past decade is the greying of the labor force. This demographic trend carries critical implications for both older workers and their employers. Aging is a complex process that impacts the various dimensions of work ability. […]

The Warm-Up Difference: Preventing Overuse Injuries by Warming-Up the Body

Abstract: In the context of sports medicine and athletics, the process of warming up with active muscle contraction has long been utilized as a way to successfully prepare the body for physical activity. Although many workplace health programs encourage stretching to prevent injury, there is little medical evidence to support the effectiveness of such a […]

Resetting: The Solution to Repetitive Stress

Abstract: Repetitive stress remains one of the most consequential health risks facing today’s workforce, from industrial workers to musicians. Performing the repetitive movements demanded by certain job tasks affects not only musculoskeletal function, but also the circulatory, lymphatic, and nervous systems. The key to preventing repetitive stress injuries starts with the concept of reciprocal inhibition: […]