A field comparison of neck and shoulder postures in symptomatic and asymptomatic office workers

Szeto, Grace P. Y.; Straker, Leon; Raine, Sally

doi:10.1016/s0003-6870(01)00043-6

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“…According to Szeto et al (2002), prolonged Forward Head Posture (FHP) may be one of the MSD stress factors or potential injurious effects which concurred with findings from Cardon et al (2004). Repetition of head movements particularly in tilting the head while doing office work-typing was found to cause pronounced effects on the strain in the neck and neck ache in a long run (Szeto et al, 2002).…”

Section: Msd Risk Factors In Relation With Potential Injurious Effectmentioning

confidence: 67%

“…Repetition of head movements particularly in tilting the head while doing office work-typing was found to cause pronounced effects on the strain in the neck and neck ache in a long run (Szeto et al, 2002). In conjunction with the study of Szeto et al (2002), other researches further explained that prolonged FHP tends to increase the loading in the cervical joints and muscles thus causing fatigue in muscles and neck strain (Schuldt et al, 1986).…”

Section: Msd Risk Factors In Relation With Potential Injurious Effectmentioning

confidence: 92%

“…Her study provided a foundation for professionals and researchers to form ergonomic guidelines and provide ergonomic recommendations to reduce the prevalence of MSD in society and contribute to the work site education and future research. Consequently, PLIBEL was used by many other researchers in investigating MSD among various specific industries, whereby one of which involved a ship construction industry (Szeto et al, 2002).…”

Section: Identification Of Msd Risk Factors Using Plibel Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Development of Ergonomics Guidelines for Improved Sitting Postures in the Classroom among Malaysian University Students

Jee

Lim

2016

American Journal of Applied Sciences

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PLIBEL stands for Plan for Identifiering av Belastnings faktorer, which is a Sweedish acronym describing a method for identification of ergonomics hazards. Using a modified PLIBEL checklist, this study aimed to identify the relationships among musculoskeletal risk factors and the classroom sitting conditions among Malaysian university students. A survey questionnaire was developed based on the modified PLIBEL checklist. A total of 142 responses were retrieved. The data was managed with SPSS version 21 and analysed using reliability analysis, normality analysis and analysis of variance (ANOVA). The results suggested that there was little correlation between the perception of the table and chair arrangements and stress factors by general repetitive movements, repetitive upper extremity movements and space/support of the workplace. Since static sitting postures were typical, students faced risks of developing common musculoskeletal disorders, especially on the lower back and upper back. A list of guidelines was recommended based on the findings to prevent potential musculoskeletal disorder symptoms.

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Section: Msd Risk Factors In Relation With Potential Injurious Effectmentioning

confidence: 67%

Section: Msd Risk Factors In Relation With Potential Injurious Effectmentioning

confidence: 92%

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confidence: 99%

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Development of Ergonomics Guidelines for Improved Sitting Postures in the Classroom among Malaysian University Students

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Lim

2016

American Journal of Applied Sciences

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“…The participants were informed of the features of the chairs and as such could adjust them according to their own comfort and discretion (Amick III et al 2003, Robertson et al 2009). As neck and upper quadrant sitting positions vary in symptomatic as well as asymptomatic subjects (Szeto, Straker & Raine 2002, Szeto, Straker & O'Sullivan 2005, it may be that it is important for physiotherapists to empower clients on how to adjust their own chairs rather than implementing strategies which are aimed at teaching uniform posture. Prolonged static postures have been shown as a contributing factor to the development of UQWMSD reported pain and muscle spasm.…”

Section: Neck Disability Index (Ndi)mentioning

confidence: 99%

Ergonomic chair intervention: Effect on chronic upper quadrant dysfunction, disability and productivity in female computer workers

Hoeben

Louw

2014

South African Journal of Physiotherapy

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“…이러한 앞쪽으로 경부를 굴곡시키는 자세는 VDT를 사용하는 사무직 근로자들 중에서 경부와 견부에 통증이 있 는 근로자들에게서 그렇지 않은 근로자들보다 13%나 더 발생된다 (Szeto et al, 2002 (Ylinen, 2007). (Keele, 1948).…”

Section: Vdt를 사용하는 사무직 근로자들에게 자주 관찰되는 경부unclassified

The Effects of a Deep Cervical Flexion Exercise for Sedentary Workers with VDT Syndrome

2008

Journal of the Ergonomics Society of Korea

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The aims of this study were to compare and analyze two types of deep cervical flexion exercises, craniocervical flexion and cervical flexion, and to ascertain their relative effects on neck and shoulder pain and functional improvement. The participants of the study were individuals who work in sedentary jobs in an office environment. 54 appropriate subjects were chosen and randomly divided into two groups: one group underwent a craniocervical flexion exercise program and the other a cervical flexion exercise program. The six week exercise program consisted of home exercises performed by each subject five times a week and education once a week. Neck-shoulder pain, muscle strengthening, cervical alignment were measured prior to commencement of the exercise programs and again after six weeks. At completion of the six week, both exercise programs decreased neck pain (p<.05). Forward head postures were reduced, and the craniocervical flexion exercise program was more effective in reducing forward head posture (p<.05). The maximum muscle strength and 50% of maximum muscle strength maintaining time of the deep cervical flexor muscles were significantly increased. There were no significant changes of the cervical lordotic curve. The results of this study showed deep cervical flexion exercise was effective in the treatment of neck and shoulder pain, however craniocervical flexion exercise was more effective than cervical flexion exercise.

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A field comparison of neck and shoulder postures in symptomatic and asymptomatic office workers

Cited by 366 publications

References 26 publications

Development of Ergonomics Guidelines for Improved Sitting Postures in the Classroom among Malaysian University Students

Development of Ergonomics Guidelines for Improved Sitting Postures in the Classroom among Malaysian University Students

Ergonomic chair intervention: Effect on chronic upper quadrant dysfunction, disability and productivity in female computer workers

The Effects of a Deep Cervical Flexion Exercise for Sedentary Workers with VDT Syndrome

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