Key Terms
Inflammation of the Bursa
Burstitis
What is the main reason for long-term absences amoung healthcare workers?
Occupational injuries
The scientific study of creating tools and equipment that help the human body adapt to the work environment.
Ergonomics
Where is your center of gravity?
At the center of the pelvis
What is one common universal complication of repetitive strain? (Think of the inflammatory diseases)
Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, epicondylitis, bursitis
A form of tenosynovitis that is caused by repetitive gripping actions and can result in a finger that becomes locked in a position.
Trigger Finger
In the average of _______ years a sonographer starts to experience pain associated to job duties.
5
Equipment position should be no more than _________ degrees away to avoid over reaching or twisting.
20-30 degrees
Contracting the ________ & _________ muscles will result in good posture.
Abdominal and gluteal
A degenerative process in which the injury occurs deep within the tendon itself. It may result in chronic pain of the lateral aspect of the elbow.
Tennis Elbow
How much pressure is applied by one object to the surface of another object
Force
What is the percentage of sonographers who are scanning in pain?
80 - 90%
When at the computer your elbows should be flexed no more than ______ degrees.
100-110
What part of your body should you not use when lifting?
Back
Your shoulders should be in a _______ line, for good posture.
horizontal
When part of the body, such as the arm is moved toward the midline of the body.
Adduction
What is the most common area of injury for a sonographer?
Shoulder
Where should your feet be when sitting in a chair?
On the floor
1. Plan and ask for help if needed
2. stand close to the object and widen base of support
3. Bend your knees and keep your back straight.
4. Tighten your stomach muscles
5. Lift with your leg muscles
Cubital tunnel syndrome can be diagnosed by using the _____ sign.
Tinel
Ganglion cysts
What is the percentage of sonographers who retire early or switch careers due to WRMSD's?
20%
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
When sitting, your base of support is
the buttocks and upper thighs
The compression of the nerves and blood vessels of the neck and shoulder.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome