Under Pressure on ADVANCE for Occupational Therapy Practitioners - 2 views
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cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs
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Identifying Ergonomic Issue
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s While CTDs aren't initially
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This article list ergonomic risk factors of cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs). As occupational therapy practitioners we should focus on the following areas: highly repetitive tasks, static exertion, forceful exertions, localized mechanical stress, awkward postures, temperature exposure, and vibration (article has description of all of these). Prevention and early management are key to avoiding CTDs.