title: Prototype of foot-controlled image-scrolling device for the picture archiving and communication system display interface.
abstract: Our purpose was to produce a prototype of a foot-controlled image-scrolling device that will prevent work-related upper extremity complaints by radiologists. After foot-controlled image-scrolling devices were added to a picture archiving and communication system, 15 (83%) of 18 radiologists indicated that fatigue and pain in their upper extremities were diminished. Upon further production and implementation of this image-scrolling device in radiology clinics, the new interface may help to prevent work-related injuries in radiologists.
authors: Department of Radiology, Nara Medical University, Kashihara, Nara, Japan. ttaoka@naramed-u.ac.jp
authors: Toshiaki
authors: T
authors: Taoka
authors: Junko
authors: J
authors: Takahama
authors: Yuko
authors: Y
authors: Nishimoto
authors: Sachiko
authors: S
authors: Miura
authors: Megumi
authors: M
authors: Takewa
authors: Yasushi
authors: Y
authors: Kubota
authors: Kimihiko
authors: K
authors: Kichikawa
mesh_terms: D000062:Accidents, Occupational / Q000517:prevention & control*; D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control*; D016287:Computer Peripherals; D006804:Ergonomics; D005528:Foot; D006801:Humans; D011873:Radiology Information Systems / Q000295:instrumentation*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires