Biobehavioral mechanisms of work-related upper extremity disorders: A new agenda for research and practice

Use of a prevention index to identify in

Use of a prevention index to identify industries at high risk for work-related musculoskeletal disorders of the neck, back, and upper extremity in Washington state, 1990–1998

✍ Barbara Silverstein; Eira Viikari-Juntura; John Kalat 📂 Article 📅 2002 🏛 John Wiley and Sons 🌐 English ⚖ 393 KB 👁 2 views

## Abstract ## Background The prevention of work‐related musculoskeletal disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome and low back disorders has been a focus of international prevention efforts including regulation. This study examines workers compensation claims in Washington State to provide baselin