Observational studyInternational journal of environmental research and public health2018
Inhibiting the Physiological Stress Effects of a Sustained Attention Task on Shoulder Muscle Activity.
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Abstract
objectiveThe objective of this study was to investigate if a breathing technique could counteract the effects of hyperventilation due to a sustained attention task on shoulder muscle activity.
backgroundThe trend towards higher levels of automation in industry is increasing. Consequently, manufacturing operators often monitor automated process for long periods of their work shift. Prolonged monitoring work requires sustained attention, which is a cognitive process that humans are typically poor at and find stressful. As sustained attention becomes an increasing requirement of manufacturing operators' job content, the resulting stress experienced could contribute to the onset of many health problems, including work related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs).
methodsThe SART attention test was completed by a group of participants before and after a breathing intervention exercise. The effects of the abdominal breathing intervention on breathing rate, upper trapezius muscle activity and end-tidal CO₂ were evaluated.
resultsThe breathing intervention reduced the moderation effect of end-tidal CO₂ on upper trapezius muscle activity.
conclusionsAbdominal breathing could be a useful technique in reducing the effects of sustained attention work on muscular activity. APPLICATION: This research can be applied to highly-automated manufacturing industries, where prolonged monitoring of work is widespread and could, in its role as a stressor, be a potential contributor to WRMSDs.
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