September 17, 2019$100B+
The cost per year to treat low back and neck pain in the U.S.
Leading Edge Collaborative Research & Consulting
Specializing in the prevention, evaluation, and treatment of spine and other musculoskeletal disorders
70%
Reduction in injury rates nationwide by Honda, achieved with help from SRI
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Lower back pain is the leading cause of long-term disability worldwide
SRI is the official site of an Industry/University Cooperative Research Center that focuses on musculoskeletal disorder prevention.
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Injury Prevention Guidelines
Our evidence-based low-back injury prevention guidelines are widely cited and free to use
Spine Health Assessment
Using wearable sensors to objectively assess spine function in the clinic
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250+ journal publications 18,000+ citations
World-Class Capabilities
Unique laboratory capabilities help researchers prevent spine injuries in occupational environments
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September 17, 2019
May 15, 2019SRI researchers receive honorable mention for NIOSH Science Award
January 25, 2019SRI: Marras to give Keynote at 2019 Applied Ergonomics Conference
December 31, 2018OSU: Alum’s gift strengthens Spine Research Institute
December 06, 2018SRI: Institute holds holiday gathering
October 30, 2018SRI: New pushing and pulling guidelines available
September 13, 2018