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Ergonomics

A brief description of the area

Ergonomics deals with understanding the interaction between humans and other elements of the environment. It applies theoretical knowledge, data and methods to planning of the optimization of human wellbeing in a given environment. Ergonomically sound working and living environment exhibits positive effects on health and satisfaction of individuals and groups. The field of physical ergonomics studies individual’s anatomical, anthropometric, physiological and biomechanical characteristics related to body position and activity during work. In order to be ergonomically efficient, it is not sufficient to adapt the environment to the human, but also to adapt the human to the environment and to increase his/her physical abilities.

A brief description of major research

Exploring the effect of implementing ergonomic interventions in working environments, with the purpose of eliciting meaningful and measurable effects on selected variables and predictors of health (e.g. daily physical/sports activity levels).

Research on designing suitable ergonomic interventions in the working environment and implementing these interventions on a broad number of individuals.

Research in the field of development of assistive tools (exoskeletons) for unloading of the spine during load lifting and static postures. The purpose of these studies is to contribute to reduction in prevalence of low back pain and more successful occupational reintegration.

Studies designed to recognize the underlying mechanisms of (over)load to musculoskeletal system, especially during forward bending, load pushing/pulling and load lifting, with the purpose of reducing the load and associated risk of injury arising from these activities.

Development of active workstations with the aim to increase the level of physical activity of the employees during sitting.

Research in the field of ergonomic optimization of the interaction between individual and different tools and accessories, with the purpose of increasing work efficiency and reduce detrimental effects on health.

Ergonomic design of furniture with the aim to ensure a more efficient and healthier life.

PODREKAR, Nastja, KOZINC, Žiga, ŠARABON, Nejc. Effects of cycle and treadmill desks on energy expenditure and cardio-metabolic parameters in sedentary workers: review and meta-analysis. International journal of occupational safety and ergonomics, 2018

KASTELIC, Kaja, VOGLAR, Matej, ŠARABON, Nejc. Acute effect of full time office work in real environment on postural actions and lumbar range of motion. Journal of electromyography and kinesiology, 2018

KASTELIC, Kaja, KOZINC, Žiga, ŠARABON, Nejc. Sitting and low back disorders : an overview of the most commonly suggested harmful mechanisms. Collegium antropologicum, 2018

KASTELIC, Kaja, VOGLAR, Matej, ŠARABON, Nejc. Acute effect of full time office work in real environment on postural actions and lumbar range of motion. Journal of electromyography and kinesiology, 2018.

FONDA, Borut, ŠARABON, Nejc. Biomechanics and energetics of uphill cycling : a review. Kinesiology : international scientific journal of kinesiology and sport, 2012

FONDA, Borut, PANJAN, Andrej, MARKOVIČ, Goran, ŠARABON, Nejc. Adjusted saddle position counteracts the modified muscle activation patterns during uphill cycling. Journal of electromyography and kinesiology, 2011

FONDA, Borut, ŠARABON, Nejc. Učinki prilagojenega položaja in naklona sedeža med kolesarjenjem v klanec (pilotske študije) = Effects of adjusting seat position and seat tilt during uphill cycling (pilot studies report). Šport : revija za teoretična in praktična vprašanja športa, 2011

TRATNIK, Ana, ŠARABON, Nejc. Pregled metod za vrednotenje telesne drže. Šport : revija za teoretična in praktična vprašanja športa, 2011

 

Strokovni prispevki:

PODREKAR, Nastja. Spodbujanje aktivnega dela in življenjskega sloga v grajenem okolju = Promoting active work and active lifestyle in a built environment. Varčna hiša, 2018

ŠARABON, Nejc. Bolečina v spodnjem delu hrbta in vaje kako jo odpraviti. Polet

ŠARABON, Nejc. Gibalno v boj s sedentarnostjo. Polet

ŠARABON, Nejc. Nujno : telovadba na delovnem mestu!. Polet

ŠARABON, Nejc. O hrbtenici, drugače. Polet

ŠARABON, Nejc. Sedentarni življenjski slog. Polet

KOZINC, Žiga, KASTELIC, Kaja, ŠARABON, Nejc. Pomen ergonomije pri oblikovanju grajenega okolja – ergonomska ureditev pisarne. Lesarski utrip

 

Poljudni prispevki:

ŠARABON, Nejc, KOZINC, Žiga, KASTELIC, Kaja. Preventivno (samo)ukrepanje za zmanjševanje tveganja nastanka bolečine v spodnjem delu hrbta. Plinformator : glasilo skupine Istrabenz plini, 2017

ŠARABON, Nejc, KOZINC, Žiga, KASTELIC, Kaja. Preventivno (samo)ukrepanje za zmanjševanje tveganja nastanka bolečine v spodnjem delu hrbta. Plinformator : glasilo skupine Istrabenz plini, 2016

KASTELIC, Kaja, ŠARABON, Nejc. Predlogi za aktivnejši vsakdan. Polet : magazin Dela in Slovenskih novic

 

Prispevki na konferencah:

KASTELIC, Kaja, VOGLAR, Matej, ŠARABON, Nejc. Vliv sedečega delovnika na funkcije trupa-kontekst starejših zaposlenih = The effect of sedentary work on trunk function-in context of older employees. Zdravje starostnikov : 5. znanstvena in strokovna konferenca z mednarodno udeležbo, 2018

 KASTELIC, Kaja, ŠARABON, Nejc. (Non) occupational free-living physical activity in crane operators and office workers, Ergonomics 2018

PODREKAR, Nastja, KOZINC, Žiga, ŠARABON, Nejc. Ali se čas sedentarnosti na delovnem mestu s starostjo povečuje? = Is workplace sedentary behavior increasing with age?. Zdravje starostnikov : 5. znanstvena in strokovna konferenca z mednarodno udeležbo, 2018

ZERBO ŠPORIN, Dorjana. Starejši v delovnem okolju = Older workers in the workplace. Zdravje delovno aktivne populacije : 4. znanstvena in strokovna konferenca z mednarodno udeležbo, 2017

HARANT, Monika, SREENIVASA, Manish, MILLARD, Matthew, ŠARABON, Nejc, MOMBAUR, Katja. Parameter optimization for passive spinal exoskeletons based on experimental data and optimal control. 17th International Conference on Humanoid Robots, 2017

ŠARABON, Nejc, BABIĆ, Jan. SPEXOR: Spinalni eksoskelet za preventivo, rehabilitacijo in delovno reintegracijo = SPEXOR. Spine Exoskeleton for prevention, rehabilitation and work reintegration. Zdravje delovno aktivne populacije : 4. znanstvena in strokovna konferenca z mednarodno udeležbo, 2017

BABIČ, Jan, MOMBAUR, Katja, LEFEBER, Dirk, DIEËN, Jaap van, GRAIMANN, Bernhard, RUSSOLD, Michael, ŠARABON, Nejc, HOUDIJK, Han. SPEXOR : spinal exoskeletal robot for low back pain prevention and vocational reintegration. Wearable robotics : challenges and trends : proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Wearable Robotics, 2016

KASTELIC, Kaja, ŠARABON, Nejc. Assessment of spine stability after an eight-hour office work period. Ergonomics, 2016

Laboratory head: Assist. Prof. Žiga Kozinc

Basic equipment:

GUEST UP (National project) – HOSTING FOREIGN EXPERTS AND PROFESSORS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PRIMORSKA – GUEST UP

GUEST UP (National project) – HOSTING FOREIGN EXPERTS AND PROFESSORS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PRIMORSKA – GUEST UP

Bilateral project ARRS SLO-USA: Motor control study of selected work tasks with the aim to develop ergonomic and kinesiological measures in case of low back pain

Bilateral project ARRS SLO-USA: Motor control study of selected work tasks with the aim to develop ergonomic and kinesiological measures in case of low back pain

Bilateral project ARRS SLO-SRB: Effects of accelerated growth in children and of ageing in elderly on kinesthetic sense – the importance for functional movement

Bilateral project ARRS SLO-SRB: Effects of accelerated growth in children and of ageing in elderly on kinesthetic sense – the importance for functional movement

Promotion of activities to prevent musculoskeletal disorders and psychosocial risks at work (National project)

Promotion of activities to prevent musculoskeletal disorders and psychosocial risks at work (National project)

STAR-VITAL “Joint measures for the vitality of older workers” (National project)

STAR-VITAL “Joint measures for the vitality of older workers” (National project)

I0-0035 – Infrastructure group of University of Primorska

I0-0035 – Infrastructure group of University of Primorska

P5-0147 – KINESIOLOGY OF MONOSTRUCTURAL, POLYSTRUCTURAL AND CONVENTIONAL SPORTS

P5-0147 – KINESIOLOGY OF MONOSTRUCTURAL, POLYSTRUCTURAL AND CONVENTIONAL SPORTS

ŠIPK: PREDEL – Interdisciplinary care for occupational health in micro and small companies in Littoral region

ŠIPK: PREDEL – Interdisciplinary care for occupational health in micro and small companies in Littoral region

ŠIPK: PROZ-SIPO – Health promotion for slovenian police

ŠIPK: PROZ-SIPO – Health promotion for slovenian police

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