Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Spine Surgeons

Summary: This study investigated work-related neck pain among AO spine surgeons in different regions. The results showed a high prevalence of neck pain among surgeons, with an impact on daily activities. Physical stress was identified as a significant predictor, while sports practice was found to be a protective factor against neck pain. The study recommends a stronger focus on pain prevention through improved workplace ergonomics and sports activity programs.

Summary: This study evaluated the ergonomics, usability, and comfort of a novel three-dimensional head-mounted display-based exoscope for neurosurgeons. The results showed that the exoscope had a steep learning curve, high image quality, and improved comfort for surgeons.