ergonomics in english
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ERGONOMICSBy
London DR.PRATHAP KUMAR(MSPT-UK.,CIMT.,MIAP.,DAc.,FIAcA)
WHAT?WHEN?WHERE?HOW?
Ergonomics: Study of Laws of work
Decreased injury riskIncreased productivityDecreased mistakes/reworkIncreased efficiencyDecreased lost work dayIncreased physical well being.
What do you mean by posture?Why is correct posture important?What is correct posture?
While standingWhile sittingWhile sleeping
Incorrect Posture
Disorders of muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, nerves, cartilage
When a muscle, tendon, nerve or joint is stressed and traumatized on a repeated basis for days, months or years, those body tissues eventually become damaged.
Awkward postures Repetition Excessive Force Static posture Vibration Poorly Designed Tools Poor work organization
Thoracic outlet syndrome
R Rotator cuff tendonitis
DeQuervain’s syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Chondromalacia
Torn miniscus
Plantar fasciitis
Slipped disc
Low back pain
Strained muscles and ligaments
Sciatica
Tension neck syndrome
Decreased range of motion
Loss of functionDeformityCrampingLoss of color
Decreased grip strengthLoss of balanceSwellingRedness
POSTURE DISCOMFORTStanding Legs, Feet, Back Sitting Neck, Back, ShoulderReaching Shoulders, Upper ArmsHead Bent Cervical RegionTrunk Bent Lumbar Regionforward
Develop an Ergonomics program better materials & tools improved work methods, better work organization, Take proper breaks training, Health and Fitness personal protective equipment (PPE). Be aware of your hobbies away from work.