Ergonomics for Therapists

By Karen Jacobs

Book Overview

Ergonomics for Therapists, 3rd Edition is a comprehensive introduction to ergonomics in the workplace. Thoroughly revised with the latest ergonomic techniques and strategies, this reader-friendly resource gives you the foundation you need to help clients maximize efficiency and prevent workplace injuries before they occur.Reader-friendly approach makes complex material easier to grasp.Client-centered framework helps you understand the client's critical role in maintaining an ergonomically sound environment.6 new chapters give you vital scientific support for the latest ergonomic developments in: MacroergonomicsErgonomics/Work AssessmentsErgonomics for Children and Youth in the Educational EnvironmentErgonomics of AgingErgonomics of Play and LeisureEntrepreneurshipRevised Cognitive and Behavioral Occupational Demands of Work, Physical Environment, and Certifications and Professional Associations in Ergonomics report key changes so you can provide your clients with the most current approaches to critical areas and ensure professional success.Case studies and learning exercises in every chapter test your ability to apply principles and solve problems in realistic scenarios.Learning objectives, glossary boxes, and review questions identify the most important concepts in each chapter and make learning more focused and effective.New photographs and illustrations help you implement what you've learned by demonstrating ergonomics in action.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0323048536
• ISBN13: 9780323048538
• Release Date: August 2007
• Publisher: Mosby
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 2.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 1.0" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

Ergonomics for Therapists

This book is very helpful to student OT's. I found the book to be very useful for completing job analysees and tasks. The measurements given in the book are very helpful as well as the format to follow for conducting job analysees.The book did not give enough information on how to provide specific recommendations for problems. But that would be too easy! If you're an OT, you should be able to come with recommendations yourself!This is one book I did NOT sell back to the bookstore at the end of the year. I know I will be using it again and again.