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Investigation of the effects of short opponens splint and structured hand exercise program in computer engineers with wrist pain: randomized controlled trial
This study aims to examine the effect short opponens splint and hand exercise program on pain, hand functionality, daily activities, and work efficacy in computer engineers with wrist pain.METHODS: Forty-five engineers were randomized into three groups: group 1 (n=15) utilized both splints and exercises, group 2 (n=15) engaged in exercises only, and group 3 (n=15) received no treatment, across eight weeks, thrice weekly. Only exercises were applied to group 2 (n=15). No treatment was applied for group 3 (n=15). The progress of subjects was controlled periodically each week. Outcome measurements including Jamar hand dynamom...
Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics - November 16, 2023 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Fatma Sena Demirci Burak Menek Esra Atilgan Devrim Tarakci Source Type: research

Work-related diseases and risk factors associated with work-related musculoskeletal diseases among unionized metal industry workers: a cross-sectional study
CONCLUSIONS: Interventions aimed at reducing MSD should focus on smoking cessation, training workers in proper techniques and equipment for lifting and pushing/pulling heavy loads, preventing occupational accidents and injuries, and reducing the time pressure in the workplace in the metal industry.PMID:37968843 | DOI:10.1080/10803548.2023.2284538 (Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics)
Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics - November 16, 2023 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Elif Altunda ş Hatman Ferit Serkan Öngel Melike Erko ç Yavuz Nuran G ülenç Source Type: research

Analysis of characteristics and causes of gas explosion accidents: A historical review of coal mine accidents in China
CONCLUSION: This study can provide important data support and management basis to assist mine operators in developing more targeted accident prevention strategies.PMID:37963818 | DOI:10.1080/10803548.2023.2284015 (Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics)
Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics - November 14, 2023 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Yunxin Wang Gui Fu Qian Lyu Chenhui Yuan Source Type: research

An application study for the determination of ship-borne noise pollution
Int J Occup Saf Ergon. 2023 Nov 10:1-26. doi: 10.1080/10803548.2023.2282874. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTNoise pollution includes undesired sounds that lead to negative physiological and psychological outcomes in individuals. The areas with a unique ergonomic design when compared to other work environments such as ships are risky. Identification and limitation or minimization of the impact of noise pollution in ships would directly affect crew health and maximum efficiency of the operation of the systems. Thus, the exposure of the ship crew to noise pollution was measured in the current study. Furthermore, the measuremen...
Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics - November 10, 2023 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Ünal Özdemir Source Type: research

Prevalence of Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders and Quality of Life assessment among garment workers at Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu
CONCLUSION: The workers in the garment industry, particularly of small units, are highly susceptible to WMSDs.PMID:37914712 | DOI:10.1080/10803548.2023.2278939 (Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics)
Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics - November 2, 2023 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Suleka Mahendran Rajnarayan R Tiwari Source Type: research