Preventing Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Sonography

DHHS (NIOSH) Publication Number 2006-148, September 2006
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Sonographers are at risk for developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders such as inflammation of the tendons (tendonitis) or tendon sheaths (tenosynovitis), bursitis, muscle strains, and pathology of the nerves in the upper extremities, neck, and back. NIOSH recommends appropriate engineering controls, work practices, hazard communication, and training to prevent these work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

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NIOSH [2006]. Preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders in sonography. By Epp R, Bernard B, Habes D, Nimgarde A, Baker J. Cincinnati, OH: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2006-148.