Epidemiology-Based Risk Quantification: Transitioning from the 80's and 90's Ergonomic Analysis Tools

Technology to capture postures and movements has advanced over the past two decades and has become more affordable and accessible. However, in many instances we are plugging that data in to analysis tools that were developed in the 80’s and 90’s. In this presentation we will discuss the misperceptions and limitation of many traditional ergonomic analysis tools. We will explore a more current and epidemiology-based approach to defining and quantifying ergonomic risk factors and the development of musculoskeletal injuries. We will discuss essential components of the next generation of ergonomic analysis tools and how they can be applied to advancing technology.