An ergonomics program designed to reduce the incidence of upper extremity work related musculoskeletal disorders

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作者
Bernacki, EJ [1 ]
Guidera, JA [1 ]
Schaefer, JA [1 ]
Lavin, RA [1 ]
Tsai, SP [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Texas, Hlth Sci Ctr, Houston, TX USA
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10.1097/00043764-199912000-00005
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R1 [预防医学、卫生学];
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1004 ; 120402 ;
摘要
In 1992, the Johns Nopkins Hospital and University initiated a program aimed at the early diagnosis and treatment of potential upper extremity work related musculoskelton disorders (UEWMSDs), ergonomic assessment and abatement of work areas where individuals with UEWMSDs are employed, as well as the identification and correction of areas throughout the hospital and university where UETMSDs could possibly occur. The pl program resulted in an initial Increase in the number and cost for the treatment of UEWMSDs. Subsequently, there was a significant decrease in the number of UEWMSDs reported and virtual elimination of the need Co use surgical procedures to correct these conditions. This article suggests that a coordinated programme of medical care, ergonomic assessment, and intervention can be efficacious in the primary , secondary, and tertiary prevention of UEWMSD.
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页码:1032 / 1041
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