Exploring the effectiveness of a back-supporting exosuit: Trunk muscle activity and user experience in controlled and real-world shoveling scenarios

The reduction in back muscle activity associated with wearing the exosuit has the potential to reduce muscle fatigue resulting from repetitive motions.

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Journal of Safety Research
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2026-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsr.2026.01.002
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Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Exploring the effectiveness of a back-supporting exosuit: Trunk muscle activity and user experience in controlled and real-world shoveling scenarios

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Exploring the effectiveness of a back-supporting exosuit: Trunk muscle activity and user experience in controlled and real-world shoveling scenarios

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Abstract

The reduction in back muscle activity associated with wearing the exosuit has the potential to reduce muscle fatigue resulting from repetitive motions.

Journal of Safety ResearchVol. 96
Sandia National Laboratories California (US), Sandia National Laboratories (US), Arizona State University (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 69%
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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