ABSTRACT
Most of the ergonomics literature dealing with the prevention and control of musculoskeletal disorders
in the workplace has focused on the upper extremity and the back. Comparatively, little attention has
been given to lower extremity musculoskeletal disorders that occur in the workplace. One could argue
that since lower extremity problems are not well documented in ergonomics journals, the problems
may not be of much practical significance. The first objective of this chapter is to review the current lit-
erature regarding occupational musculoskeletal disorders affecting the lower extremities and to demon-
strate the significance of the problem. The second objective is to describe what types of intervention
strategies are available to minimize the likelihood of future or recurrent injuries to the feet, angles,
knees, and hips.
