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Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome

Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome - What it is

Office Ergonomics Singapore General HospitalOverview of Office Ergonomics

At the end of the workday, you uncurl yourself from your seat in front of your computer screen and you find your shoulder and back hurts, and there is a nagging pain in your hands. This could be the result of poor ergonomics and the way you work.

Ergonomics is the science of fitting the job to the worker. When there is a mismatch between the physical requirements of the job and the physical capacity of the worker, Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS) can result. Occupational Overuse Syndrome, also known as Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI), is a collective term for a range of conditions characterised by discomfort or persistent pain in muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. Some common conditions are backaches, stiff necks and shoulders and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Ergonomics is a way to solve a host of physical problems brought about by over-exertion or repetitive stress.

Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome - Symptoms

Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome - Diagnosis

Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome - Treatments

Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome - Preparing for surgery

Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome - Post-surgery care

Office Ergonomics and Occupational Overuse Syndrome - Other Information

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