Revolutionising Occupational Health: A Framework for Preventing Work-Related MSDs

Expert Series: PREMUS, WDPI, & MYOPAIN

Bert van de Wijdeven’s primary focus has been on preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and supporting individuals in their successful return to work. With his extensive background in training individuals from various occupations, including cleaners, order pickers, masons, and cashiers, Bert’s research has the potential to shape the way we approach work-related MSD prevention and create a positive impact on the lives of workers across various industries.

Tune in to his podcast as he discusses his journey into occupational health and sports training, and his challenges with conventional interventive methods.

Bert van de Wijdeven is an experienced professional with 35+ years of training individuals in various occupations to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and support their return to work. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Amsterdam UMC, he is focused on developing a revolutionary framework for preventing work-related MSDs. With guidance from supervisors Bart Visser and Paul Kuijer, Bert's work has the potential to shape occupational health practices and positively impact workers' lives.

Further Reading Links:

1) Bert’s Research: https://bmcmusculoskeletdisord.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12891-023-06155-w

2) Bert’s LinkedIn: https://nl.linkedin.com/in/bert-van-de-wijdeven

To register for his PREMUS session, follow this link: https://www.premus2023.com/register

Disclaimer: Guest's views and opinions are their own and do not reflect those of the PREMUS, WDPI, & MYOPAIN 2023 Conference, its organizers, or of Recoup Health. The content provided in this series is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please seek counsel from a qualified healthcare professional for any health related decisions you need to make on behalf of yourself or a loved one.