Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders and Human Factors and Ergonomics in Endoscopic Medical Work

Abstract

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders （WMSDs） occur in various occupations. This research issue focuses on endoscopic medical work, and outlines the trends of WMSDs and ergonomic measures/guidelines. Furthermore, the following three research issues to be addressed are summarized: 1） grasping the prevalence/incidence of WMSDs related to endoscopic medical work, 2） accumulating knowledge on evidence-based ergonomic measures, and 3） addressing diverse stakeholders. To disseminate and implement the solutions for these issues in medical work, it is necessary to form partnerships with each stakeholder and develop them through cooperation among industry, academia, government, and the private sectors.