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Ergonomics for therapists / [edited by] Karen Jacobs.

Contributor(s): Jacobs, Karen, 1951-.
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Boston : Butterworth-Heinemann, c1999Edition: 2nd ed.Description: xi, 382 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.ISBN: 0750670517; 9780750670517.Subject(s): Occupational therapy | Human engineering | Physical therapy | Physiotherapy | Occupational therapy | Ergonomics | Health and WellbeingDDC classification: 615.8515 JAC
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

The Second Edition of this comprehensive text provides an introduction to ergonomic concepts and discusses their application to clinical practice. As occupational and physical therapists take more active roles in work performance, and workplace safety and rehabilitation, they need to acquire the tools and techniques of ergonomics. This book teaches therapists the skills they need to analyze work environments, change work habits, and prevent injury.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Part I Overview and Conceptual Framework
  • 1 Ergonomics and Therapy: An Introduction
  • 2 A Client-Centered Framework for Therapists in Ergonomics
  • 3 Macroergonomics
  • Part II Knowledge, Tools, and Techniques
  • 4 Ergonomic Assessments/Work Assessments
  • 5 Anthropometry
  • 6 Basic Biomechanics
  • 7 Cognitive and Behavioral Occupational Demands of Work
  • 8 Psychosocial Factors in Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • 9 Physical Environment
  • 10 Human Factors in Medical Rehabilitation Equipment: Product Development and Usability Testing
  • Part III Special Considerations
  • 11 Lifting Analysis
  • 12 Seating
  • 13 Computers and Assistive Technology
  • Part IV Application Process
  • 14 Ergonomics of Children and Youth
  • 15 Ergonomics of Aging
  • 16 Ergonomics in Injury Prevention and Disability Management
  • 17 Ergonomics of Play and Leisure
  • 18 Evidence-Based Practice in Ergonomics
  • Part V Resources
  • 19 Certifications and Professional Associations in Ergonomics
  • 20 Economics and Marketing of Ergonomic Services
  • 21 Entrepreneurship
  • Appendix A Job Analysis and Design Considerations
  • Appendix B Ergonomic Information Sheets for Consumers
  • Appendix C Answers to Review Questions