The effect of work-related sustained trapezius muscle activity on the development of neck and shoulder pain among young adults

Therese N. Hanvold, Morten Wærsted, Anne Marit Mengshoel, Espen Bjertness, Hein Stigum, Jos Twisk, Kaj Bo Veiersted

Scandinavian Journal of Work Environment & Health · 2013 · 84 citations · 40 references

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Abstract

The results support the hypothesis that sustained trapezius muscle activity is associated with neck and shoulder pain. This association was strongest analyzing cross-sectional and short-term effects.

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