chapter 25 - recall questions Flashcards
what is meant by ergonomics
the adaptation of the work environment to the human body
what is the goal of ergonomics
goal of ergonomics is to help people stay healthy wile performing their work
what types of disorders are considered to be MSDs
headaches: joint pain, back, neck, wrist and shoulder pain
what are three categories of risk factors contribute to MSDs
three categories of risk factors that contribute to MSDs are posture, repetition, and force
what is the neutral position
- sitting upright with the wright evenly distributed,
- feet resting flat on the floor with legs separated
- back against the chair
- hips leaning forward
- rotating pelvis backward
what is menat by normal horizontal reach
reach created by the sweep of the forearm with the upper arm held at the side
what factors increase the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome
repetitive and forceful motion of the wrist
how can you reduce eye strain
looking up from tasks
focus eyes at a distance for about 20 seconds
what excercise relieves neck strain
full back release and head rotations relieve neck strain
what is one of the most important factors in preventing carpal tunnel syndrome
resting the hands
