We have all seen vacuum pads picking up objects in factories or trade shows and probably give little thought as to how they pick up those objects. Some of us may assume they employ a vacuum to just ...

Training showing the correct way to lift heavy objects does not prevent back injuries, according to a systematic review. Back pain is a highly prevalent complaint and a cause of much suffering. In the ...

Employees at a Lowe's hardware store in Christiansburg, Virginia, recently channeled Ellen Ripley in the 1986 movie "Aliens," as they donned mechanical exoskeletons to help them lift and move heavy ...

Moving day is challenging enough without worrying about throwing out your back or damaging your floors while lifting that massive sofa or dresser. Whether relocating to a new home or simply ...

Macy is a writer on the AI Team. She covers how AI is changing daily life and how to make the most of it. This includes writing about consumer AI products and their real-world impact, from ...

Training showing the correct way to lift heavy objects does not prevent back injuries, according to a systematic review published on bmj.com today. Back pain is a highly prevalent complaint and a ...