Reducing Risk Factors for Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs): The Impact of Preventive Ergonomic Training on Knowledge, Intentions, and Practices Related to Computer Use

1997 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 250-253 ◽  
Author(s):  
Terrie Heinrich Rizzo ◽  
Kenneth R. Pelletier ◽  
Seth Serxner ◽  
Yosuke Chikamoto
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Computer Use ◽  
Cumulative Trauma Disorders ◽  
Cumulative Trauma ◽  
Trauma Disorders ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals Computer Use, Workstation Design Training and Cumulative Trauma Disorders in College Students

2003 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 38-46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shari McMahan ◽  
Rafer Lutz
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Computer Use ◽  
Education And Training ◽  
Cumulative Trauma Disorders ◽  
Cumulative Trauma ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Workstation Design ◽  
Trauma Disorders ◽  
The Impact ◽  
And Training

Currently, very little is known about computer use in college students, associated Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs) and musculoskeletal discomfort, or the impact and availability of proper workstation design education and training in this population. Given the expanding use of technology in university settings, it is important to determine how computer use may be causing pain and discomfort for college students, whether workstation education and training is being provided to this population, and whether such education, if provided, is effective. Five-hundred twelve college students completed a survey on health and computer usage. The most frequently reported disorders related to health were eyestrain affecting nearly 85% and, upper back and neck pain affecting 70% of computer users. Only 26.6% of the sample indicated receiving training on workstation design. Identifying college students at risk for CTDs and other musculoskeletal discomforts provides a prime opportunity for health education professionals to intervene at an early stage.

Workplace Ergonomics: An Approach to Health, Safety, and Productivity

1994 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gary Kress
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Back Stress ◽  
Cumulative Trauma Disorders ◽  
Cumulative Trauma ◽  
Paper Briefly ◽  
Job Requirements ◽  
Analysis And Design ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Related Risk ◽  
Trauma Disorders

Ergonomics is a discipline that considers the mental and physical capabilities and limitations of people in relation to the demands of their work. The goal of ergonomics is to minimize error and fatigue by matching job requirements with human abilities through a process of analysis and design in determining the dimensions and layout of the workspace, the design of tools and equipment, and the development of work procedures. When jobs fit people, the result is improved productivity, reduced accidents and injuries and greater job satisfaction. This paper briefly examines the ergonomic approach to identifying and reducing job related risk factors associated with cumulative trauma disorders and back stress. Examples of controls to eliminate risk factors are presented along with some workplace design principles and guidelines. Paper published with permission.

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