An analysis of causes of injuries in workers with leprosy and suggestions for preventive measures.
A study of 20 workers undergoing social and vocational rehabilitation and of 30 patients receiving treatment in Ulcer Ward reveals bio-social data and endeavours to uncover the causes of injuries to anaesthetic areas. Suggestions are put forward for prevention of injuries which often lead to ulcers and these suggestions are examined in the light of short trials of various methods.
D005121:Extremities / Q000293:injuries*; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D007918:Leprosy / Q000150:complications*; D012883:Skin Ulcer / Q000209:etiology