Injuries cut with lift use in ergonomics demonstration project.
Over the years, many types of programs have been instituted in attempts to reduce the incidence of back injuries in the long term care industry. However, incidence rates continue to climb.
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University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester.
D019567:Back Injuries; D003237:Connecticut; D006804:Ergonomics; D006801:Humans; D017770:Lifting; D016272:Occupational Health; D010360:Patient Transfer; D010865:Pilot Projects; D012112:Residential Facilities / Q000191:economics*; D014942:Workers' Compensation; D000078329:Workforce