Study result - Impact of the Japet.W exoskeleton on low back pain

Results of the study on the impact of the Japet.W exoskeleton on low back pain in real working conditions carried out at SNCF.

Sep

2020

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The context

A study was carried out to measure theimpact of the Japet.W exoskeleton on the low back pain chronic or chronic lower back pain in a professional situation.

The approach

The study was carried out in real working conditions with 8 operators working in various positions at SNCF Technicenter in Hellemmes, FR.

The evaluation is carried out over a week, daily and based on the use of the exoskeleton for a maximum of 2 consecutive hours and a maximum of 4 hours per day.

The benefits of the exoskeleton

Operators - users are satisfied with the Japet.W solution.

resultat etude impact exosquelette sur la lombalgie

For 75% of operators, the daily use of the Japet.W Physical Assistance Device reduces pain and reduces lumbar fatigue and irritability.

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