and the nature of the work being performed significantly influence the acceptance and effectiveness of exoskeletons[3]. Additionally, a study on the Auxivo LiftSuit, a back support exosuit ...

The study was published online this month in the Journal of Applied Ergonomics, and projected that exoskeletons have the potential to reduce workplace back injuries in material handling by 20% to 60%.

In the U.S., employers and employees spend more than $100 billion annually on back issues resulting from on-the-job strain and injuries, and lower back pain is the second leading cause of worker ...