Prototype of foot-controlled image-scrolling device for the picture archiving and communication system display interface.
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.
Taoka
Toshiaki
T
Department of Radiology, Nara Medical University, Kashihara, Nara, Japan. ttaoka@naramed-u.ac.jp
Takahama
Junko
J
Nishimoto
Yuko
Y
Miura
Sachiko
S
Takewa
Megumi
M
Kubota
Yasushi
Y
Kichikawa
Kimihiko
K
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