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This section contains articles about Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) and other typing related injuries.
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Ergonomics in Design
Edward Grossmith, CPE Ergonomics Resource Group San Jose CA Gregory Chambers, Manager Corporate Environmental Safety & Health Quantum Corporation Milpitas, CA May 1998
The role ergonomics plays in improving productivity and quality has been well documented although generally not well recognized. In most cases, ergonomics interventions have been reactive, i.e. initiated only after an injury has occurred and after losses have been sustained to both the organization and the worker(s). The opportunities for profitability that present themselves at the start of a manufacturing program production line, however, have been less apparent. The proactive evaluation of a new product and manufacturing process at the design stage, i.e. before losses occur, is of paramount importance. Ideally, these activities should occur with a fundamental need to support the productivity and profitability goals of the organization. This paper looks at the introduction of a new cohesive and cost-effective systems approach that encompasses Product Design, Process Design with Design for the Environment.
Ergonomics In Process Design
The ergonomist has several responsibilities in this area. These responsibilities are set against the background of understanding and supporting the productivity and profitability goals of the organization. This is in conjunction with the need to provide a safe and healthy work environment. The ergonomist should determine whether there are stressors present in the task and environment, such as excessive force, high repetition and awkward postures, that do not meet recommended ergonomics guidelines. Then, these deviations from the guidelines need to be quantified and qualified. From these findings the ergonomist will need to render an opinion as to the possible correlation between the recorded injuries and the work place hazards that have been identified. A further responsibility for the ergonomist is to recommend engineering and/or administrative upgrades that will further reduce the employee exposure to discomfort and/or stressors associated with cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs).
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RSI Treatments
Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy
A therapeutic protocol for the relief and control of myofascial pain and dysfunction. The goal of treatment is the recovery from or a significant reduction in myofascial pain. The treatment goal is achieved through a systematized approach consisting of ischemic compression, location and correction of perpetuating factors, passive and active stretch techniques and a comprehensive home program. Success may be measured subjectively by the level of pain reduction experienced by the patient and objectively through increased range of motion, strength, endurance and other measures of improved function.
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The following is a glossary of terms that you're likely to hear from medical professionals and equipment vendors.
Repetitive Strain Injury Synonyms
The following are general, umbrella terms used to describe a number of specific injuries resulting from overuse of the body's soft tissues, such as tendons, nerves, circulatory system, etc.
CTD
Cumulative Trauma Disorder
MSD
Musculoskeletal Disorder
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The Alternative Keyboard Commentary
Archive-name: keyboard-commentary
Version: $Revision: 2.6 $ $Date: 93/09/16 21:49:53 $
Copyright 1992,1993 by Dan Wallach
[Current distribution: e-mail and anonymous ftp only]
This document is intended as a companion to the Typing Injuries FAQ, available from the same place you got this document. Often, people ask me for my personal opinions of various devices, so I've endeavored to write some of these opinions in this file. I don't necessarily hold an opinion on every product under the sun, and your own opinions are what really matters. Most vendors have a limited time money-back offer, which you should feel encouraged to exercise.
NOTE: I don't update this file nearly as often as the public FAQ, so some data in here, especially phone numbers or prices, can get out of date. For the latest in undisputable facts, you should be able to get the Typing Injuries FAQ, probably from the same place you got this.
I HAVEN'T REALLY EDITED THIS DOCUMENT SINCE APRIL, 1993. BEWARE!
Information in this commentary has been pieced together from phone conversations, e-mail, and product literature. While I hope it's useful, the information in here is neither comprehensive nor error free. If you find something wrong or missing, please mail me, and I'll update my list. Thanks.
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Ergonomic Furniture For The Office
The chair is one of the most important parts of the workstation; therefore, a properly designed and properly adjusted chair, along with appropriate posture, is important to help reduce or prevent back stress, restricted circulation, irritation and fatigue, and other distractions caused by the discomfort of an inappropriate posture. Remember, you may not always realize that your discomfort could be a result of inappropriate posture, and may constantly try to adjust their seating position to remain comfortable.
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