| Description |
xvi, 460 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
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regular print |
| Contents |
Ergonomics and therapy : an introduction / Valerie J. Berg Rice -- A client-centered framework for therapists in ergonomics / Lynn Shaw, Susan Strong -- Macroergonomics / Valerie J. Berg Rice -- Ergonomics and work assessments / Ev Innes -- Anthropometry / Nancy A. Baker -- Basic biomechanics / Sandi J. Spaulding -- Cognitive and behavioral demands of work / Lynn Shaw, Rosemary Lysaght -- Psychosocial factors in work-related musculoskeletal disorders / Asnat Bar-Haim Erez -- Physical environment / Sandi J. Spaulding -- Human factors in medical rehabilitation equipment : product development and usability testing / Valerie J. Berg Rice -- Lifting analysis / Daniel Focht -- Seating / Ellen Rader Smith -- Computers and assistive technology / Patrice L. (Tamar) Weiss, Chetwyn Che Hin Chan -- Ergonomics for children and youth in the educational environment / Asnat Bar-Haim Erez [and others] -- Ergonomics of aging / E. Kent Gillin, Alan Salmoni, Lynn Shaw -- Ergonomics in disability management / Susan A. Domanski [and others] -- Ergonomics of play and leisure / Mary Frances Baxter -- Evidence-based practice / Chetwyn Che Hin Chan [and others] -- Certifications and professional associations in ergonomics / Jill J. Page -- Economics and marketing of ergonomic services / Denise M. Miller, Karen Jacobs -- Entrepreneurship / Charissa C. Shaw -- Sample job analysis and design considerations / Naomi Abrams -- Sample functional job analysis / Jenny Legge -- Ergonomic information sheets for consumers -- Answers to review questions -- Common conversions |
| Summary |
Provides an introduction to ergonomic concepts and discusses their application to clinical practice. Covers the skills needed to analyze work environments, change work habits, and prevent injury. Thoroughly revised with the latest ergonomic techniques and strategies using evidence-based research |
| Notes |
Previous ed. published in 1999 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Human engineering.
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Occupational therapy.
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Physical therapy.
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Ergonomics.
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Occupational Therapy.
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Physical Therapy Modalities.
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| Author |
Jacobs, Karen, 1951-
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| LC no. |
2007928087 |
| ISBN |
0323048536 |
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9780323048538 |
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