Preventing the risks of MSDs related to the rotator cuff:
exoskeletons, an innovative solution at your service

Preventing the risks of MSDs related to the rotator cuff:
exoskeletons, an innovative solution at your service

Rotator cuff injuries are one of the main causes of shoulder pain, affecting the mobility and quality of life of many people. These injuries particularly affect workers performing repetitive movements or intensely using their shoulders, such as in industry, construction, or healthcare services. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that surround the shoulder joint. It plays a crucial role in the stability and mobility of the shoulder, allowing a wide range of movements such as lifting the arm, rotating it, or holding it in position. Injuries can range from inflammation (tendinitis) to partial or complete tears of the tendons. These injuries are often the result of overuse and repetitive movements. While muscle strengthening, training in proper movements and postures, and ergonomic workplace adjustments are recommended to prevent the risk of rotator cuff musculoskeletal disorders, they sometimes prove insufficient. Upper limb exoskeletons dedicated to the shoulders and arms provide an effective solution to prevent their occurrence or worsening. Specifically designed to redistribute weight and loads to the hips and legs, they allow:

a reduction of effort
by supporting the arms during repetitive movements

Improvement of posture
which allows a reduction in tension.

a reduction in muscle fatigue
by decreasing the strain on shoulder muscles.

problems that may cause rotator cuff injuries

Hapo has therefore developed a range of exoskeletons targeted and adapted to the parts of the body most affected by musculoskeletal disorders, which are the shoulders, back, and neck. The different Hapo solutions aim to prevent muscle pain and the risk of pathologies such as MSDs related to the rotator cuff.

mechanic standing under a car

INDUSTRY

Prolonged standing associated with repeated physical efforts

painter rolling paint on a wall

Construction and Public Works

Risks associated with repetitive movements of arms up and arms in front of oneself

employee organizing boxes on a rack

LOGISTICS

Risks related to repetitive movements and constraining postures with arms raised

Surgeon equipping with an exoskeleton

Health and care

Repetitive movements and prolonged standing

Surgeon equipping with an exoskeleton

AGRICULTURE

Repeated physical efforts and prolonged standing

Rotator cuff injuries, a necessary prevention

The cleaning and assembly line jobs are primarily concerned

298

81%

Average days of work stoppage
per year*

€52,000

50%

The most costly MSD
in terms of work stoppage

The longest downtime among MSDs.

*Source: occupational diseases fund 2016

The Hapo Solution to Prevent the Risk of Rotator Cuff Injury

The HAPO exoskeletons designed for arms and shoulders are exclusively lightweight and non-motorized exoskeletons. They are distinguished by a human-centered approach and advanced technology to maximize their performance and user comfort.
They help prevent risks that may promote the onset of tendinitis by relieving the body during repetitive movements and strenuous postures.
The Hapo technological difference is based on:

an unmatched efficiency/comfort ratio thanks to springs combining lightness with a high capacity for energy storage and release
adaptable elasticity to reduce muscle strain while respecting natural movement and gestures
maximized comfort thanks to the adaptability of the ergoskeleton that perfectly fits shoulders and arms

Other pathologies related to shoulders and arms

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