Ergonomics in Office-Based Surgery: A Survey-Guided Observational Study

Esser, Adam C.; KOSHY, JAMES G.; Randle, Henry W.

doi:10.1111/j.1524-4725.2007.33281.x

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“…video endoscopic surgery) [17]. Evidence exists that even simple surgical procedures have associated occupational hazards if ergonomic principles are overlooked [18].…”

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An ergonomic task analysis of spinal anaesthesia

Ajmal

Power

Smith³

et al. 2009

European Journal of Anaesthesiology

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“…video endoscopic surgery) [17]. Evidence exists that even simple surgical procedures have associated occupational hazards if ergonomic principles are overlooked [18].…”

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confidence: 99%

An ergonomic task analysis of spinal anaesthesia

Ajmal

Power

Smith³

et al. 2009

European Journal of Anaesthesiology

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“…To date, ergonomics is not taught in most anesthesiology training programs although the potential benefits of such teaching have been recognized [4][5][6]. Evidence exists that even simple and short surgical procedures carry occupational hazards if ergonomic principles are overlooked [7]. The first step in identifying a need to change practice or training was to perform a preliminary observational pilot study of anesthesiologists' ergonomic performance in a "real world" clinical setting.…”

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Ergonomic task analysis of ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block: a pilot study

Ajmal¹,

Power²,

Smith³

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Journal of Clinical Anesthesia

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“…7 Although guidelines for a more ergonomic environment in the operating room are available, lack of awareness and difficulty applying these guidelines contribute to their ineffectiveness. [8][9][10] One of the orthopedic specialties with increased workload on the musculoskeletal system is orthopedic trauma. In a study by Davis and colleagues, 11 who examined the prevalence and impact of musculoskeletal injuries on orthopedic surgeons in general, it was highlighted that orthopedic trauma surgeons had a higher rate of injuries than other specialists, but owing to the small number of trauma surgeons among their respondents this subgroup could not be analyzed.…”

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Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among orthopedic trauma surgeons: an OTA survey

Al-Qahtani

Alzahrani

Harvey

2016

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Background: Occupational injuries and hazards have gained increased attention in the surgical community in general and in the orthopedic literature specifically. The aim of this study was to assess prevalence and characteristics of musculoskeletal disorders among orthopedic trauma surgeons and the impact of these injuries on the surgeons' practices. Methods:We sent a modified version of the physical discomfort survey to surgeon members of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) via email. Data were collected and descriptive statistics were analyzed.Results: A total of 86 surgeons completed the survey during the period of data collection; 84.9% were men, more than half were 45 years or older and 40.6% were in practice for 10 years or more. More than 66% of respondents reported a musculoskeletal disorder that was related to work; the most common was low back pain (29.3%). The number of body regions involved and disorders diagnosed was associated with increasing age and number of years in practice (p = 0.033). Time off work owing to these disorders was associated with working in a private setting (p = 0.045) and working in more than 1 institute (p = 0.009). Conclusion:To our knowledge, our study is the first to report a high percentage of orthopedic trauma surgeons sustaining occupational injuries some time in their careers. The high cost of management and rehabilitation of these injuries in addition to the related number of missed work days indicate the need for increased awareness and implementation of preventive measures.

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Ergonomics in Office-Based Surgery: A Survey-Guided Observational Study

Abstract: Symptoms of musculoskeletal injuries are common and may begin early in a physician's career. Modifying footwear, flooring, table height, operating position, lighting, and surgical instruments may improve the ergonomics of office-based surgery.

Cited by 50 publications

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An ergonomic task analysis of spinal anaesthesia

An ergonomic task analysis of spinal anaesthesia

Ergonomic task analysis of ultrasound-guided femoral nerve block: a pilot study

Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among orthopedic trauma surgeons: an OTA survey

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