A New Approach to Quantifying Muscular Fatigue Using Wearable EMG Sensors during Surgery: An Ergonomic Case Study

(1) Background: Surgeons are exposed to musculoskeletal loads that are comparable to those of industrial workers. These stresses are harmful for the joints and muscles and can lead to musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) and working incapacity for surgeons. In this paper, we propose a novel ergonomic and...

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Main Authors: Johan Merbah, Bertrand R. Caré, Philippe Gorce, François Gadea, François Prince
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Sensors
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/23/3/1686