Essays about: "Surgical ergonomics"
Found 2 essays containing the words Surgical ergonomics.
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1. Design and Evaluation of an Interactive Individual Ergonomic Report for Surgeons
University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)Abstract : Surgeons have been identified as one of the highest risk groups in healthcare to develop work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Especially the neck and shoulders are found to be at high musculoskeletal risk due to surgeons commonly operating in a static and awkward posture for a prolonged time. READ MORE
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2. Acculan System : The next generation of a Surgical Power Tool
University essay from Umeå universitet/Designhögskolan vid Umeå universitetAbstract : Orthopedic surgery is dangerous, especially for the surgeon! Tool failures belong to the ten most frequent causes of operation delays. Nowadays, hospitals are pressured to optimize procedures and lower costs. Especially, orthopedic surgery is physically demanding for the ergonomics of the surgeon and tools wear out more quickly. READ MORE