Works (16)
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2009 journal article
College students and computers: Assessment of usage patterns and musculoskeletal discomfort
WORK-A JOURNAL OF PREVENTION ASSESSMENT & REHABILITATION, 32(3), 285–298.
author keywords: Computer; VDT; college students; musculoskeletal discomfort
MeSH headings : Adult; Female; Humans; Male; Musculoskeletal System / physiopathology; Pain; Surveys and Questionnaires; United States; Universities; User-Computer Interface; Young Adult
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2006 journal article
Evaluation of a redesigned self-checkout station for wheelchair users
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY, 18(1), 15–24.
author keywords: ergonomics; universal design; retail checkout; wheelchair
MeSH headings : Architectural Accessibility; Commerce / instrumentation; Disabled Persons; Efficiency; Equipment Design; Ergonomics; Focus Groups; Humans; Posture; Self-Help Devices / trends; Task Performance and Analysis; Wheelchairs
TL;DR:
The results of this study indicate that design for populations with specific limitations does not need to come at a cost of reduced accessibility for persons without these limitations; universal design is achievable.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2006 journal article
Low-level exertions of the neck musculature: A study of research methods
Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 16(5), 485–497.
author keywords: electrode location; normalization method; muscle access; neck muscles
MeSH headings : Electromyography / methods; Electromyography / standards; Guidelines as Topic; Humans; Muscle Contraction / physiology; Neck Muscles / physiology; Posture / physiology; Reference Standards; Reproducibility of Results; Research Design; Sensitivity and Specificity; United States
TL;DR:
The goal of the current research was to use empirical methods to answer specific methodological questions concerning use of sEMG in evaluation of the neck extensor system and showed significant differences in normalized EMG data between a posture-specific technique and a reference posture technique.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: August 6, 2018
2004 journal article
Cervicobrachial muscle response to cognitive load in a dual-task scenario
ERGONOMICS, 47(6), 625–645.
author keywords: attention; cognitive task; multiple-task performance; electromyography; mental workload; physiological measures; secondary-task performance; stress; visual display unit
MeSH headings : Adaptation, Physiological; Adult; Cognition; Female; Humans; Male; Mental Processes; Movement; Muscle, Skeletal / physiology; Postural Balance / physiology; Psychomotor Performance / physiology; Task Performance and Analysis; Workload / psychology
TL;DR:
Examination of the impact of cognitive load in office-type tasks on physical-stress response using a dual-task paradigm involving a primary cognitive task and secondary typing task revealed that the primary task causing the highest level of perceived workload also produced 61% higher muscle activity in the right trapezius.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
(OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2004 journal article
Productivity and ergonomic investigation of bent-handle pliers
HUMAN FACTORS, 46(2), 234–243.
MeSH headings : Adult; Efficiency; Equipment Design; Female; Humans; Male; Posture; Task Performance and Analysis
TL;DR:
The results indicate that the beneficial effects of the bent-handle pliers are task dependent and that the ergonomic utility of bent handle pliers can be considerable but that the 3-D kinematics characteristics of the task must be considered.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
(OpenAlex)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2002 journal article
An investigation of ergonomic interventions in dental hygiene work
Applied Ergonomics, 33(2), 175–184.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2002 journal article
Effects of notebook computer configuration and task on user biomechanics, productivity, and comfort
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL ERGONOMICS, 30(1), 7–31.
author keywords: portable computer; laptop computer; notebook computer; ergonomics; biomechanics; pointing device
TL;DR:
Results were generally consistent with the hypothesis, though some biomechanical advantages were identified for each configuration; specifics and exceptions are discussed, along with reasons for a general recommendation for the use of an external mouse, or mouse and keyboard when using a notebook computer for an extended period of time.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2001 journal article
A field evaluation of monitor placement effects in VDT users
APPLIED ERGONOMICS, 32(4), 313–325.
author keywords: visual display terminal; cervical; monitor
MeSH headings : Adult; Anthropometry; Computer Terminals; Ergometry; Evaluation Studies as Topic; Facility Design and Construction; Female; Humans; Interior Design and Furnishings; Male; Muscle, Skeletal / physiopathology; Posture / physiology; Videotape Recording
TL;DR:
Overall, there seems to be consistent evidence to support mid-level or somewhat higher placement, as a rule-of-thumb, considering preferred gaze angle and musculoskeletal concerns, however, optimal placement may be lower for some individuals or tasks.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2001 journal article
An investigation of the effects of touchpad location within a notebook computer
APPLIED ERGONOMICS, 32(1), 101–110.
author keywords: notebook computer; pointing device; wrist posture; musculoskeletal discomfort
MeSH headings : Adult; Analysis of Variance; Elbow / physiopathology; Equipment Design / instrumentation; Ergonomics; Female; Humans; Male; Microcomputers; Shoulder / physiopathology; United States; User-Computer Interface; Wrist / physiopathology
TL;DR:
Touchpad location was found to significantly impact upper extremity posture, discomfort, preference, and performance, and the top center location was particularly poor, in that it elicited more ulnar deviation, more shoulder flexion, more discomfort, and perceptions of performance impedance.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Source: Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2001 journal article
Comparison of self-assessment and partnered-assessment as cost-effective alternative methods for office workstation evaluation
International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 28(6), 327–340.
author keywords: ergonomics program; intervention methods; VDT workstation; musculoskeletal disorders
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2001 journal article
Effects of Computer Monitor Viewing Angle and Related Factors on Strain, Performance, and Preference Outcomes
Human Factors: The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, 43(1), 39–55.
MeSH headings : Adult; Computer Terminals; Data Display; Female; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Neck Pain / etiology; Occupational Diseases / etiology; Orientation; Psychomotor Performance; Risk Factors; Sprains and Strains / etiology
TL;DR:
A model of visual and musculoskeletal strain associated with computer monitor placement was developed and several hypotheses that were formed to focus the inquiry were formed.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
4. Quality Education
(OpenAlex)
Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
2000 journal article
Use of surface electromyography to estimate neck muscle activity
Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, 10(6), 377–398.
MeSH headings : Biomechanical Phenomena; Cumulative Trauma Disorders / physiopathology; Electrodes; Electromyography; Humans; Neck Muscles / physiology; Neck Muscles / physiopathology; Occupational Diseases / physiopathology
TL;DR:
The paper includes review and discussion of electrode site location, methods of normalization, data reliability, and factors that can affect sEMG signals from this region, including noise, physiologic artifact, stress, visual deficiencies, and pain.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
1999 chapter
Economic analysis for ergonomics programs
In W. Karwowski & W. S. Marras (Eds.), The occupational ergonomics handbook: Ch. 83. Boca Raton, CRC Press.
Ed(s): . W. Karwowski & W. Marras
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
1999 chapter
Upper extermity supports
In W. Karwowski & W. S. Marras (Eds.), The industrial ergonomics handbook: Ch. 77. Boca Raton, CRC Press.
Ed(s): . W. Karwowski & W. Marras
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
1998 journal article
A method for developing biomechanical profiles of hand-intensive tasks
Clinical Biomechanics (Bristol, Avon), 13(4-5), 261–271.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
1998 chapter
Managing work-related musculoskeletal injuries
In W. Karwowski & G. Salvendy (Eds.), Ergonomics in manufacturing: Raising productivity through workplace improvement (Ch. 19). Dearborn, Mich.: Society of Manufacturing Engineers; Norcross, Ga.: Engineering & Management Press.
Ed(s): W. Karwowski & G. Salvendy
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 6, 2018
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