75% of plumbers at risk of losing out on work due to knee problems
Everybody has heard (and seen) the builder’s bum, but what about the plumber’s knee?
New research released today has revealed that nearly 75% of working plumbers experience problems with their knees, yet only 41% have discussed the issue with their GP.
The study conducted by The IPG - a leading group for plumbing, heating and bathroom specialists - also discovered that 57% of plumbers surveyed felt that they would need to undergo knee replacement surgery in the future due to the hardships of the profession. 59% also felt that they would be forced to retire early because of the injuries they pick up in their work.