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Cumulative trauma disorders of the upper limbs in workers on an agricultural farm

Raffi, G.B.; Lodi, V.; Malenchini, G.; Missere, M.; Naldi, M.; Tabanelli, S.; Violante, F.; Minak, G.J.; D'elia, V.; Montesi, M.

Arhiv Za Higijenu Rada i Toksikologiju 47(1): 19-23

1996

ISSN/ISBN: 0004-1254
PMID: 8768444
Document Number: 459478
The work associated with repetitive efforts and inadequate resting periods, strong physical exertion, awkward postures or static positioning exposes workers to the risk of cumulative trauma disorders of the upper limbs. These risk factors are present in many agricultural activities. A study was carried out among workers on an agricultural farm. The workers' histories were taken and they were given periodical medical check-ups. The presence of upper limb disorders was shown in a group of workers. A sample of 42 people was selected for the study by means of specific tests: electromyography, ultrasonography and laser-Doppler flowmetry. The tests showed a high incidence of carpel tunnel syndrome and microcirculation disorders. The study confirmed that electromyography, ultrasonography and/or laser-Doppler flowmetry are highly useful tools for identifying cumulative trauma disorders.

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