NEUROERGONOMICS AND IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGIES TO ACHIEVE HEALTHY AGING WITHOUT PAIN AND ALSO WITHOUT ORTHOSES

Artigo inédito. Foi revisado por pares e aprovado para apresentação oral no Congresso CIMATECH da Fatec de São José dos Campos em 12/dezembro/2024.

Abstract

Preventatively, it’s possible to avoid occupational diseases and injuries at work. The future of work is being shaped by a convergence of disciplines that seek to optimize the interaction between humans and machines. In this sense, this review research shows how neuroergonomics and immersive technologies, considered pillars of transformation, have the potential to create safer, more efficient work environments adapted to the individual needs of workers. The objective of this research is to identify the best ways to organize tasks, design interfaces and optimize work processes, respecting the cognitive and dimensional limits and knowledge of the workforce. The method used included publications on the topic of immersive training, movement programming and respect for anthropometric differences between genders. The result indicates a reduction in mental fatigue, a reduction in the cognitive load on tasks with the creation of work routi1nes and greater attention and productivity. It is concluded that the study of the dimensions and physical characteristics of the human body in the design of equipment and workspaces allows the creation of more comfortable and safe environments, reducing the risk of repetitive strain injuries and occupational diseases that prevent healthy old age.