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Showing 1 to 20 of 21 for “"musculoskeletal disorder"”.
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Biomarkers of Physiological Damage and their Potential for Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorder Risk Assessment
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) continue to present a substantial personal and economic burden. Biomarkers, in providing objective measures of physiological changes, may offer advantages over current tools for WMSD risk assessment. Existing work has identified biomarkers of cartilage …
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Validation and evaluation of a disability measure for upper extremity musculoskeletal disorder screening in the workplace and prognostic factors of long-term disability
… addresses prevention of upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders and the predictors of long-term disability. Early detection of musculoskeletal disorders is key to successful treatment and to minimize incidence and severity. Disability measures are associated with work status; however, …
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REBA와 직무스트레스가 병원근로자의 근골격계 증상에 미치는 영향
… elucidate the relationship between work-related musculoskeletal disorder and risk factor(especially, job stress and ergonomic evaluation-REBA) in hospital worker. METHOD: The study subjects were 624 hospital workers. A self-reported questionnaire was used to assess the respondent' job stress, …
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The Effects of Social Support on Perceived Mood and Perceived Muscle Tension
… and perceived muscle tension with the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ). The results showed a main effect of social support on perceived mood both pre and post stressor and a main effect period on perceived mood. Due to study limitations, it not possible to determine the extent to …
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An investigation of musculoskeletal disorders in healthcare professionals.
… thesis were to i) establish the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among hospital based nurses and physiotherapists and to establish both perceived and possible causes for these disorders, ii) obtain clinical diagnoses and prognoses of nurses and physiotherapy staff attending an …
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Using Thermography to Evaluate the Effects of Arm Flexion and Loading on the Anterior Deltoid during a Simulated Overhead Task
Shoulder injuries are a focus of work related musculoskeletal disorder (WMSD) research due to rising healthcare costs, an aging workforce, and long recovery times. Substantial research has been performed in the area of shoulder WMSDs and a number of risk factors have been implicated in their …
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Modelling and Evaluation of Piezoelectric Actuators for Wearable Neck Rehabilitation Devices
Neck pain is the most common neck musculoskeletal disorder, and the fourth leading cause of healthy years lost due to disability in the world. Due to the need of hands-on physical therapy and Canada’s aging population, access to treatment will become highly constrained. Wearable devices that allow …
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An Investigation into the Solutions for Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Hairdressing Industry.
Hairdressers’ exposure to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) appears to be insufficiently described in the literature. Knowledge regarding musculoskeletal disorders in this group is also sparse. The purpose of the research was to investigate the status of work-related musculoskeletal …
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Periostin-like-factor in tissue repair and remodeling
… Additionally, PLF expression was up regulated in musculoskeletal tissues in our innovative model of Upper extremity-Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder (WMSD). In this model, which draws parallels between the exposure to risk factors and development of associated disorders in human PLF was …
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Comparison of Magnetic Resonance Imaging & Sonography in an Animal Model in the Acute Stages of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a musculoskeletal disorder characterized by the compression of an enlarged or inflamed median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel and deep to the flexor retinaculum. CTS is one of the most common entrapment syndromes of the upper limbs, with hundreds of …
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The Effects of Sitting and Standing Hygiene on Posture in Dental Hygiene Students
… dental hygiene students with no history of musculoskeletal disorders were enrolled in this study. Participants were randomly assigned to instrument one quadrant of the mouth on buccal or lingual surfaces while seated or standing during two independent research sessions. Two images per …
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Investigating the role of interleukin-6 in neuronal dysfunction in the mdx mouse model of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a fatal musculoskeletal disorder that results in a loss of dystrophin in muscle fibres, leading to progressive immobility, chronic inflammation and premature death. Inflammation is characterised by increased circulating levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines such …
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Investigations on the physiotherapy management of people following first-time patellar dislocation
… patellar dislocation (FTPD) is a disabling musculoskeletal disorder. Whilst physiotherapy is considered the cornerstone treatment in FTPD, its evidence-base is limited. Three studies were undertaken to develop knowledge on this area. Study 1: All 306 National Health Service acute hospitals …
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A comparative analysis of instructional techniques toward long-term positive ergonomics transformation for the early career sonographer
… have demonstrated sonographer work-related musculoskeletal disorder (WRMSD) rates between 80.0 to 90.4%. A surprising revelation made by sonographers was that educators were not perceived as the primary providers of ergonomics instruction. For these reasons, a mixed methods study was …
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Homing and Differentiation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells in 3D In Vitro Models
… (3D) models. Tendon injury is a common musculoskeletal disorder that occurs through cumulative damage to the extracellular matrix (ECM). Studies combining nanofibrous scaffolds and MSCs to determine an optimal topographical environment have promoted tenogenic differentiation under …
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Characterizing Human Motor Adaptation and Learning When Using Different Occupational Exoskeletons
… risk factors and mitigate work-related musculoskeletal disorder risks from manual labor. However, understanding how individuals adapt to these devices over time remains limited, complicating effective design, training, and deployment. This dissertation addresses these gaps through …
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Association of Temporomandibular Disorder Symptoms with Parafunctional Behaviors, Sleep Quality, Stress, and Anxiety Among Dental Educators and Students
Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a collection of pain problems that affect the orofacial region. TMD is regarded as the second most widespread musculoskeletal disorder that causes disability and pain with a major impact on the patient’s quality of life. Its etiology is considered …
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EVALUATING THE EFFECT OF AGE AND SEX ON UPPER LIMB KINEMATICS AMONG SASKATCHEWAN FARMERS DURING FARM TASKS.
Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a significant concern for farmers, leading to disabilities and work-related injuries. Upper limb movements are related to injuries due to the nature of the farming activities. These disorders are associated with various risk factors associated with …
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Muscle Activation Patterns and Chronic Neck-Shoulder Pain in Computer Work
… fatigue and maybe even risks of subsequent musculoskeletal disorders. This study applied exposure variation analysis (EVA) to study differences in temporal patterns of trapezius muscle activity as individuals with and without pain performed computer work. The aims of this study were to: …
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Effects of Tool Weight on Fatigue and Performance During Short Cycle Overhead Work Operations
… reduce the prevalence and impact of work-related musculoskeletal problems in the shoulder associated with overhead work, particularly during automobile assembly. Existing evidence suggests that shoulder injuries are diverse in terms of tissues affected and symptoms presented. Furthermore, the …
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