Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Workplace: Principles and Practice

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Mosby Elsevier, 2007 - Medical - 428 pages
Completely revised and updated, the 2nd Edition of this respected reference covers both the theoretical background and the clinical management-as well as the biomechanics and ergonomics-of orthopedic injuries occurring in the workplace.

· Emphasizes the prevention of disability.

· Offers expanded coverage of specific disorders · new topics, including whiplash · and a new section on outcome evaluation.

· Includes Workplace Adaptations with Case Studies in every body segment chapter.

Features several new chapters: Functional Capacity Testing · Disability Evaluation · Treatment Options for the Wrist and Hand · Evaluation of the Neck · and Epidemiology of the Neck.

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Introduction to Epidemiologic Concepts in Musculoskeletal
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Psychosocial Aspects of WorkRelated Musculoskeletal Disorders
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The Spine
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