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Could exosuit forces on shoulders increase risk of injury to this area of the body?

by Paul Nicholson | Jul 19, 2021 | 6) Risk Reduction and Safety

A Look at the Science The force on the shoulders is: Far below comfort thresholds we have measured in lab (Yandell et al. 2020), Far below forces that damage skin or other biological tissues, and Below recommended guidelines for shoulder loads from backpacks. A...

Can you wear the Apex while doing tasks shoulder height and above your head?

by Paul Nicholson | Jul 19, 2021 | 4) Work Conditions and Use

Designed to Assist the Back Yes, there is no problem with wearing the Apex while doing work above shoulder level. The Apex is a back-assist exosuit, but it will not restrict a worker from performing these types of tasks.
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