Preventing Upper Extremity Cumulative Trauma Disorders
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Occupational cumulative trauma disorders of the upper extremity.
The umbrella term cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) (also known as repetitive strain injuries, overuse syndromes, and repetitive motion disorders) covers a number of similar conditions arising from overuse of the joints or soft tissues of the upper extremity. Occupational CTDs have become a common problem in the workplace. These disorders are costly to the employer, the worker, and society in ...
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: AAOHN Journal
سال: 1998
ISSN: 0891-0162
DOI: 10.1177/216507999804600605