Management of eWork health issues: A new perspective on an old problem

Kirk, Elizabeth J.; Strong, Jenny

doi:10.3233/wor-2010-0969

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“…While bringing numerous benefits, like convenience and high efficiency, VDTs also lead to various physical and psychological problems, such as visual fatigue. 1–4…”

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Visual fatigue following long-term visual display terminal work under different light sources

Wang

Zhong

Zhang

et al. 2016

Lighting Research & Technology

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Although visual display terminals have been used in office work for many years, research on the effect of long time work using them is still insufficient. Also, the impact of a LED light source for all day work is not clear. In this paper, the visual fatigue caused by long-term VDT work under fluorescent and LED luminaires was investigated though subjective reports of symptoms, ophthalmological parameters and physiological signals. The results show that visual fatigue becomes more serious with increasing time spent at VDT work. Compared to fluorescent luminaires, the LED luminaires produced significantly greater near point accommodation, blink amplitude and oxygen saturation but less dry eye symptoms, less best corrected distance visual acuity and less high-frequency electrocardiogram power as time passed, although all were of small effect size. Although the participants carried out eight hours of VDT work under the two light sources, at the end the symptom ‘tired eyes’ was rated as moderate while all the other reported symptoms were rated as slight.

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“…While bringing numerous benefits, like convenience and high efficiency, VDTs also lead to various physical and psychological problems, such as visual fatigue. 1–4…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Visual fatigue following long-term visual display terminal work under different light sources

Wang

Zhong

Zhang

et al. 2016

Lighting Research & Technology

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Ergonomically designed radiology workplace

Knogler

Ringl

2014

Radiologe

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An ergonomically designed radiology workplace is a key factor for concentrated work during the whole day and is essential in preventing negative long-term effects due to inappropriate physical strain. To avoid such negative effects it is of paramount importance to know the factors that might cause strain on the radiologist, the appropriate application for workplace design to address these factors and how work-related disorders emerge. To minimize physical strain due to long-lasting and repetitive movements, the workspace must be adapted to the physical needs of the radiologist. Adjustable settings for the work desk and seat, together with correct screen positioning and distance from the screen, are examples of such important factors in an ergonomic workplace design. In addition, adjustable ambient light, an adjustable conditioned climate, an appropriate color design for the environment and a reduction of unnecessary noise are also crucial factors for an ergonomic workplace. This review gives an overview about the factors that influence the radiology workspace and summarizes the current literature on this topic.

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Therapeutic Approaches for the Prevention of Upper Limb Repetitive Strain Injuries in Work-Related Computer Use: A Scoping Review

de Waal,

Killian,

Gagela

et al. 2024

J Occup Rehabil

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Purpose To explore and describe therapeutic approaches for the prevention of upper limb (UL) repetitive strain injuries (RSI) amongst computer users in the twenty-first century. Methods A scoping review was conducted using the method described by Arksey and O’Malley, further enhanced by Levac et al. to ensure rigor, validity and reliability during analysis. Key concepts pertaining to the research question have been mapped, following comprehensive searches of relevant electronic databases namely EBSCOHost (Academic Search Premier, CINAHL, eBook Collection, E-Journals, Health Source-Consumer Edition, Health Sources—Nursing/Academic Edition and MEDLINE), PUBMED and Google Scholar. The identified studies have been presented in a descriptive numerical summary to address the research aim. Results From the 577 studies initially identified, 58 studies were eligible for inclusion in the scoping review after abstract and full text screening. Strategies for the prevention of UL RSIs in computer users were categorised into overarching types of intervention as well as the factors which contribute towards sustained implementation of prevention strategies. Using ergonomic equipment was the most prevalent approach during intervention, breaks and rest periods were found to be the less common intervention offered to prevent RSIs. The majority of the studies noted personal worksite adjustments, including adjustments of the chair, back rest, lumbar support, handles or any arm support to the individual as a strategy to prevent UL RSIs. In high income countries the use of ergonomic equipment was the most common type of approach during intervention, in middle income countries stretches were the most common therapeutic intervention strategy and in low-income countries there was an even distribution between a number of different therapeutic interventions aimed at preventing RSIs. Conclusions The review provides an overview of approaches and a comprehensive baseline for identifying further research required to generate prevention approaches. The information within the review may be used to impact company practice, policy and decision making in terms of developing prevention strategies.

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Management of eWork health issues: A new perspective on an old problem

Cited by 12 publications

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Visual fatigue following long-term visual display terminal work under different light sources

Visual fatigue following long-term visual display terminal work under different light sources

Ergonomically designed radiology workplace

Therapeutic Approaches for the Prevention of Upper Limb Repetitive Strain Injuries in Work-Related Computer Use: A Scoping Review

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