Occupational risk factors associated with soft tissue disorders of the shoulder: a review of recent investigations in the literature

摘要: Cumulative trauma illness currently accounts for over half of all occupational in the United States. From 1987 to 1989 there was a 100% increase reported number cases cumulative (Bureau Labor Statistics 1990). Shoulder region pain ranks second only low back and neck clinical frequency, occurrence shoulder is on rise. This paper summarizes findings subset recent epidemiologic, laboratory, field studies conducted order identify risk factors disorders (CTDs) region. These have identified following as being associated with particular syndromes: awkward or static postures, heavy work, direct load bearing, repetitive arm movements, working hands above height, lack rest. The begins discussion several disorders, includes problems studying trauma, presents results ...