Abstract
Physical work capacity decreases during aging. However, the physical demands of the work does not decrease. As a consequence, aging may be related to increasing prevalence and incidence rates of chronic diseases. Cardiovascular functions and musculoskeletal capacity also decline with increasing age. Age and gender probably influence muscular endurance. Strength and absolute endurance, isometric and isokinetic, decline at the same rate with age. Working in the heat or cold is critical for the aged because of their decreased tolerance against environmental temperatures. Aging can also increase the risk of falling and slipping accidents. During aging, the blood pressure and prevalence of hypertension increase. Therefore, the load of the heart can increase more than expected due to the relative aerobic strain (RAS). Further research is required to find out the total load of heart and circulation during dynamic and static occupational work.
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