How to avoid musculoskeletal injuries during echocardiograms performance?

Authors

  • Paula Andrea Cuartas González Hospital Universitario Mayor- MÉDERI. Bogotá DC-Colombia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37615/retic.v3n3a4

Keywords:

ergonomics, musculoeskeletal injuries, cardiac sonographers, echocardiography.

Abstract

Osteomuscular injuries in professionals who perform echocardiograms are common problems of multifactorial
cause. The presence of pain that makes it difficult to carry out work activities is also frequent. Both conditions generate
disability and deteriorate the quality of life of these professionals. The early identification of these problems
and the implementation of prevention measures will help to improve productivity and job satisfaction.

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Published

2020-12-31

How to Cite

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Cuartas González PA. How to avoid musculoskeletal injuries during echocardiograms performance?. Rev Ecocardiogr Pract Otras Tec Imag Card (RETIC) [Internet]. 2020 Dec. 31 [cited 2024 Jul. 3];3(3):48-51. Available from: https://imagenretic.org/RevEcocarPract/article/view/285