Architecture and planning students' awareness of ergonomic and work-related demands: A cross-sectional study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Background: Architecture students are at increased risk of musculoskeletal pain (MSP) due to extended sedentary work frequently performed in non-ergonomic postures. Objective: This study evaluates their awareness (current knowledge, practice, and attitude) of ergonomics and the prevalence of self-re...
| Publicado en: | Work Vol. 83; no. 4; pp. 967 - 979 |
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Sage Publications Inc.
Apr2026
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