Measuring Ergonomic Risk in Operating Surgeons by Using Wearable Technology
Andrew J. Meltzer, M. Susan Hallbeck, Melissa M. Morrow, Bethany R. Lowndes, Victor J. Davila, William M. Stone, Samuel R. Money
Abstract
This case series study examines the ergonomic risk of surgery using wearable sensor inertial measurement units to monitor the ergonomics of surgeons at work.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineWearable computerHuman factors and ergonomicsWearable technologyWork (physics)Physical therapyMedical physicsMedical emergencyPoison controlMechanical engineeringEngineeringEmbedded systemMusculoskeletal pain and rehabilitationSurgical Simulation and TrainingOccupational health in dentistry