This paper presents a conceptual model for the pathogenesis of work-related
musculoskeletal disorders. The model contains sets of cascading exposure, dose, capacity …

Objective: Our aims were (a) to perform a systematic literature review of epidemiological
studies that examined the interaction of force and repetition with respect to musculoskeletal …

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most commonly reported nerve entrapment syndrome.
The prevalence of CTS among 652 active workers in jobs with specific hand force and …

A complete resource, this handbook presents current knowledge on concepts and methods
of human factors and ergonomics, and their applications to help improve quality, safety …

Mounting evidence suggests that musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) may be the result of a
fatigue failure process in musculoskeletal tissues. Evaluations of MSD risk in …

Associations among measures of median, ulnar, and sural nerve conduction and age, skin
temperature, sex, and anthropometric factors were evaluated in a population of 105 healthy …

There is already a wealth of literature covering cumulative trauma disorders and medical
management, as well as the biomechanics of manual material handling and lower back …

The rapid introduction of sophisticated computers, services, telecommunications systems,
and manufacturing systems has caused a major shift in the way people use and work with …

Injuries and disorders caused by overexertion and repetitive motion are the leading causes
of compensable lost-time cases in the United States. Epidemiological and laboratory-based …

Cumulative trauma disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tenosynovitis can be
caused, precipitated, or aggravated by repeated exertions with the hand. This paper …