The prevalence and causes of MSI amongst sonographers

B. Morton, Penny Delf

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    Abstract

    The concept for this article came from the observation of sonographers at work and by reviewing the literature; it aims to consider the prevalence and causes of musculoskeletal injuries amongst sonographers. Emerging themes were analysed using the comparison of study results to verify and validate findings. Several important themes were identified in the literature: symptoms, prevalence and causes of musculoskeletal injury (MSI) among sonographers. The prevalence of MSI is apparently high; the average from the literature being 81%. However, many sonographers have not been diagnosed with musculoskeletal injuries, seeing their pain and discomfort as part of their job. Many areas of a sonographers’ job have been reported as being possible causes of MSI. Posture, equipment, increased workload, and lack of breaks are just a few causes which are explored below.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)195-200
    Number of pages6
    JournalRadiography
    Volume14
    Issue number3
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Aug 2008

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