Visual display terminals (VDTs) as one of the most important and useful equipment are used in offices and workplaces that may be created some health hazards, including work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). The aims of this study were to (i) investigate the prevalence of WMSDs among Iranian bank tellers and (ii) to examine the demographic and work-related characteristics associated wit...

Background: Computer usage has rapidly grown. This is because it helps to resolve problems, i.e., encountered in daily life by individuals. Various monitor screens that have been developed affect the userchr('39')s eyes. Screen size is one of the relevant impacts. Thus, this study compared the immediate effects of two computer screen sizes on visual fatigue in Video Display Terminal (VDT) users...

Visual display terminals (VDTs) as one of the most important and useful equipment are used in offices and workplaces that may be created some health hazards, including work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). The aims of this study were to (i) investigate the prevalence of WMSDs among Iranian bank tellers and (ii) to examine the demographic and work-related characteristics associated wit...

background: along with the rapid growth of technology its related tools such as computer, monitors and video display terminals (vdts) grow as well. based on the studies, the most common complaint reported is of the vdt users. methods: this study attempts to design a proper tool to assess the visual fatigue of the vdt users. first draft of the questionnaire was prepared after a thorough study on...

The increased use of visual display terminals (VDTs) has led to numerous reports of visual discomfort and reduced visual performance. This paper summarises the visual, ergonomic and environmental factors related to VDT use and discusses their effect on visual function and comfort.