Validity of the modified RULA for computer workers and reliability of one observation compared to six.
Awkward body posture while typing is associated with musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Valid rapid assessment of computer workers' body posture is essential for the prevention of MSD among this large population. This study aimed to examine the validity of the modified rapid upper limb assessment (mR...
| Publicado en: | Ergonomics Vol. 57; no. 12; pp. 1856 - 1864 |
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| Formato: | pictorial research tables/charts Journal Article |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Dec2014
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