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OSHA compliance standard. Work-related MSK injury prevention evidence consistent. Return-to-work facilitation reduces indemnity costs.

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Six dimensions per lens, each with its reasoning.

Clinical outcomes weight 35
55/100

Injury prevention and symptom reduction at the workstation well-documented; RTW facilitation reduces disability duration.

Caseload applicability weight 15
55/100

Applicable in occupational health, work injury, and disability settings; limited in traditional clinical rehab.

Billing & reimbursement weight 15
55/100

Ergonomic and FCE assessment codes exist; workers compensation is primary payer; significant WC billing opportunity.

Certification investment weight 20
65/100

Variable certification (CEAS, CPE); online to multi-day formats; moderate cost.

Employer demand weight 10
52/100

Steady demand in occupational health, corporate wellness, and workers compensation settings.

Patient experience weight 5
58/100

Workers value intervention that targets their specific job demands; employer-funded model reduces patient burden.

Sources · 53 on file

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Evidence mix
RCT
18
34%
Pilot/feasibility
4
8%
Cohort study
4
8%
Qualitative
4
8%
Cross-sectional
4
8%
Systematic review
3
6%
Meta-analysis
2
4%
Case series
1
2%
Clinical guideline
1
2%
Other
12
23%
Publication years98% since 2021
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Librarian-reviewedLast reviewed 2025-1253 sources
  1. 01
    Physiotherapy management of a patient with non-cardiac angina: A case report
    M. E. Ali; M. F. Hossain; E. Rahman; S. M. Sabrin; F. Alam · Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies · 2025
    Case seriesdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2025.01.019
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  2. 02
    Ergonomics training with exercise and manual therapy in textile workers: a randomized controlled trial
    H. Atasoy; Ö. Şevgin; B. Karamancıoğlu; B. Dikmen Hoşbaş · Int Arch Occup Environ Health · 2025
    RCTdoi:10.1007/s00420-025-02160-9
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  3. 03
    Drive away neck pain: Transformative motor control therapeutic neck exercises and tailored programs redefine posture for automotive workers
    S. Dinesh; M. Kamalakannan; S. S. I. Juveria Nazneen; R. Jilna James; K. Varsha; S. Yuvasri; J. Hariharan · Work · 2025
    RCTdoi:10.3233/WOR-240021
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  4. 04
    Upskilling Rheumatology Occupational Therapists in Work Rehabilitation: An Evaluation of a Job Retention Vocational Rehabilitation Training Course (the Workwell Trial)
    A. Hammond; R. O'Brien; S. Woodbridge; Y. Prior; A. Ching; J. Culley; J. Parker · Musculoskeletal Care · 2025
    RCTdoi:10.1002/msc.70067
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  5. 05
    Comprehensive risk assessment of the patient transfer task using the walking belt and floor lift
    M. J. J. Law; Z. M. Ripin; I. J. A. Hamid; K. S. Law; J. Karunagaran; N. S. S. Abdul Halim; M. I. Z. Ridzwan · Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol · 2025
    doi:10.1080/17483107.2025.2450007
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  6. 06
    Musculoskeletal disorders among bus drivers: a systematic review and meta-analysis
    F. Makki; Z. Zangiabadi; E. Rezaei; Z. Sadeghian; A. Sahebi; S. Tahernejad · Int J Occup Saf Ergon · 2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1080/10803548.2025.2499350
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  7. 07
    Improving spinal alignment through innovative resistance training with outdoor fitness equipment in middle-aged and older adults: a randomized controlled trial
    P. J. Marcos-Pardo; T. Abelleira-Lamela; R. Vaquero-Cristóbal; A. Espeso-García; F. Esparza-Ros; N. González-Gálvez · Sci Rep · 2025
    RCTdoi:10.1038/s41598-025-99061-1
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  8. 08
    Content Validity and Feasibility of Worksite Assessment for Return-to-Work Program among Injured Workers
    F. Mohd Rasdi H; H. Mohd Kamil; A. Basari S. N · Medicine & Health (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia) · 2025
    Pilot/feasibilitydoi:10.17576/MH.2025.2001.13
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  9. 09
    Endoscopy-Related Musculoskeletal Injuries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Prevalence, Risk Factors and Prevention
    R. Oliveira; J. Roseira; M. M. Estevinho; H. Tavares de Sousa; C. Rolanda; A. Meining; B. Walter · United European Gastroenterol J · 2025
    Meta-analysisdoi:10.1002/ueg2.70042
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  10. 10
    Reduction of work-related musculoskeletal risk factors following ergonomics training and exercise practices in a mechanised underground copper mine
    M. Yağcı; O. Yıldızlar; M. Yıldırım · Work · 2025
    doi:10.1177/10519815241289781
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  11. 11
    The effect of combined ergonomic training and exercises on musculoskeletal pain and ergonomic risks in supermarket cashiers: a randomized controlled trial
    D. Yaşar; E. E. Safran; Ö. Şevgin · Int Arch Occup Environ Health · 2025
    RCTdoi:10.1007/s00420-025-02132-z
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  12. 12
    The Unseen Strain: Investigating the Awareness of Rhinoplasty Surgeons Regarding Their Spine Health
    I. Alzayadneh; O. Hamdan; L. Alzayadneh; B. Al-Zu'bi; E. Glikson; N. Almusaileem; E. Rival; P. Solomon · Aesthet Surg J · 2024
    doi:10.1093/asj/sjae007
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  1. 13
    Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among Iranian orthotists and prosthetists: A study on work-related quality of life
    S. Azizi; V. Moradi; B. Hajiaghaei; T. Babaee · Can Prosthet Orthot J · 2024
    Cross-sectionaldoi:10.33137/cpoj.v7i2.44064
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  2. 14
    Assessing the knowledge of low back pain among physiotherapists in Spain: A cohort study with pre- and post-educational course evaluation
    J. Blasco-Abadía; P. Bellosta-López; T. S. Palsson; S. W. M. Christensen; M. Hoegh; F. Langella; P. Berjano; P. B. Silva; P. S. Jensen; V. Doménech-García · Musculoskelet Sci Pract · 2024
    Cohort studydoi:10.1016/j.msksp.2024.103201
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  3. 15
    Improving manual dexterity using ergonomic wearable glove in patients with multiple sclerosis: A quasi-randomized clinical trial
    L. Ciatto; B. Dauccio; G. Tavilla; S. Bartolomeo; V. Lo Buono; M. C. De Cola; A. Quartarone; C. Pastura; R. Cellini; M. Bonanno; R. S. Calabrò · Mult Scler Relat Disord · 2024
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.msard.2024.105938
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  4. 16
    Work-related musculoskeletal pain among physical therapists: A crosssectional study in Taif, Saudi Arabia
    I. M. Dewir · Fizjoterapia Polska · 2024
    doi:10.56984/8ZG01A8W8Z6
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  5. 17
    Work-related back pain among diagnostic radiographers in Ghana: A qualitative study
    A. Donkor; I. C. Anyitey-Kokor; E. Osei Tutu; D. Bosomtwe; A. N. A. Adjei; Y. A. Wiafe · Radiography · 2024
    Qualitativedoi:10.1016/j.radi.2024.06.002
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  6. 18
    Challenges and Opportunities to Work and Industry Practice in Occupational Therapy: A Practitioner Survey
    Y. Fang; J. Liu; S. C. Roll · American Journal of Occupational Therapy · 2024
    Cross-sectionaldoi:10.5014/ajot.2024.050600
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  7. 19
    Preventing Surgeon Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Pilot Study of the Comprehensive Operating Room Ergonomics (CORE) Program
    P. Hess; D. Athanasiadis; N. K. Lee; S. Monfared; P. M. Cleveland; D. Stefanidis · American Journal of Occupational Therapy · 2024
    Pilot/feasibilitydoi:10.5014/ajot.2024.050395
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  8. 20
    Effectiveness of an ergonomic training with exercise program for work-related musculoskeletal disorders among hemodialysis nurses: A pilot randomized control trial
    M. J. Lee; C. J. Wang; J. H. Chang · J Safety Res · 2024
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.jsr.2024.09.007
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  9. 21
    Quality of Life and Functional Status of Patients with Lumbar Radiculopathy
    E. Mahmutović; T. Safiye; E. Biševac; A. Ajdinović; Z. Salihagić; S. Minić; Z. Dolićanin · Iran J Public Health · 2024
    doi:10.18502/ijph.v53i8.16289
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  10. 22
    Evaluation of the effect of corrective exercise intervention on musculoskeletal disorders, fatigue and working memory of office workers
    F. Makki; N. Hasheminejad; S. Tahernejad; M. Mirzaee · International Journal of Occupational Safety & Ergonomics · 2024
    doi:10.1080/10803548.2024.2323332
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  11. 23
    Combined and isolated effects of workstation ergonomics and physiotherapy in improving cervicogenic headache and work ability in office workers: a single-blinded, randomized controlled study
    G. Nambi; M. Alghadier; S. H. Pakkir Mohamed; A. Vellaiyan; E. E. Ebrahim; D. E. Sobeh; F. Z. Kashoo; A. J. A. Albarakati; N. A. Alshahrani; V. Eswaramoorthi · Front Public Health · 2024
    RCTdoi:10.3389/fpubh.2024.1438591
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  12. 24
    Effects of Interactive Telerehabilitation Practices in Office Workers with Chronic Nonspecific Neck Pain: Randomized Controlled Study
    A. Özlü; G. Ünver; H. Tuna; A. Erdoğan · Telemed J E Health · 2024
    RCTdoi:10.1089/tmj.2023.0018
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  13. 25
    Effect of exercise given to factory workers with ergonomics training on pain and functionality: A randomized controlled trial
    E. Pehlevan; Ö. Şevgin · Work · 2024
    RCTdoi:10.3233/WOR-230663
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  14. 26
    Reported pain at work is a risk factor for vascular surgery trainee burnout
    E. Pillado; R. D. Li; M. C. Chia; J. S. Eng; K. DiLosa; L. Grafmuller; A. Conway; G. A. Escobar; P. Shaw; M. G. Sheahan, 3rd; K. Y. Bilimoria; Y. Y. Hu; D. M. Coleman · J Vasc Surg · 2024
    Cross-sectionaldoi:10.1016/j.jvs.2024.01.003
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  15. 27
    Assessing hand grasp in patients with systemic sclerosis using the 16-grasp test: Preliminary results from a multidisciplinary study group
    G. Sandri; A. Spinella; S. Sartini; F. Caselgrandi; M. Schiavi; V. Bettelli; F. Gherardini; G. Amati; F. Lumetti; M. T. Mascia; O. Secchi; D. Giuggioli · Journal of Hand Therapy · 2024
    doi:10.1016/j.jht.2023.09.013
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  16. 28
    Stroke survivors' experiences with home-based telerehabilitation using an assistive device to improve upper limb function: a qualitative study
    A. H. Spits; S. G. Rozevink; G. A. Balk; J. M. Hijmans; C. K. van der Sluis · Disability & Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology · 2024
    Qualitativedoi:10.1080/17483107.2022.2120641
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  17. 29
    The effect of home exercises with kinesiotaping on pain, functionality, and work performance in bus drivers with non-specific neck pain
    H. Zengi; E. E. Safran; Ö. Şevgin · Journal of Back & Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation · 2024
    RCTdoi:10.3233/BMR-240001
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  18. 30
    At-Job" exercise program versus ergonomic brochure on pain and disability in preprimary school teachers with low back pain"
    S. Agre; R. Agrawal · Indian Journal of Physical Therapy & Research · 2023
    doi:10.4103/ijptr.ijptr_112_22
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  19. 31
    A tailored, interdisciplinary, multicomponent approach to decreasing workers' compensation claims and costs in a hospital system: A retrospective study
    J. Cinkay · J Healthc Risk Manag · 2023
    Cohort studydoi:10.1002/jhrm.21554
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  20. 32
    Participatory action design and engineering of a manual wheelchair virtual coach including in-home and community usage
    S. A. Sundaram; C. S. Chung; B. Gebrosky; J. Brown; G. G. Grindle; N. Deepak; R. Cooper; R. A. Cooper · J Spinal Cord Med · 2023
    doi:10.1080/10790268.2022.2107352
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  21. 33
    Conservative management for lumbar radiculopathy based on the stage of the disorder: a Delphi study
    E. Thoomes; D. Falla; J. A. Cleland; C. Fernández-de-las-Peñas; A. Gallina; M. de Graaf · Disability & Rehabilitation · 2023
    Clinical guidelinedoi:10.1080/09638288.2022.2130448
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  22. 34
    The effects of Workplace Health Promotion Program" in nurses: A randomized controlled trial and one-year follow-up"
    G. Akyurek; N. Avci; G. Ekici · Health Care for Women International · 2022
    RCTdoi:10.1080/07399332.2020.1800013
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  23. 35
    The feasibility of an 8-Week walking training program using a novel assistive gait training device in individuals with spinal cord injury
    R. A. Alajam; A. S. Alqahtanti; J. Frederick; W. Liu · Disability & Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology · 2022
    Pilot/feasibilitydoi:10.1080/17483107.2020.1805801
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  24. 36
    The effectiveness of a multimodal approach in the treatment of patients with upper crossed syndrome: A randomized controlled trial
    Y. M. Aneis; N. M. El-Badrawy; A. A. El-Ganainy; H. K. Atta · J Bodyw Mov Ther · 2022
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2022.05.011
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  25. 37
    Effects of workplace upper extremity resistance exercises on function and symptoms of workers at a tertiary hospital: a randomized controlled trial protocol
    N. C. da Silva; F. Ricci; V. R. de Castro; A. C. R. de Lima; E. R. do Carmo Lopes; L. D. de Salvo Mauad; K. A. Kawano Suzuki; M. E. de Oliveira Medeiros; J. S. de Santana; F. L. R. Rocha; M. de Cássia Registro Fonseca · BMC Musculoskelet Disord · 2022
    RCTdoi:10.1186/s12891-022-05059-5
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  26. 38
    Ergonomic risk factors and work-related musculoskeletal disorders in clinical physiotherapy
    L. J. Fan; S. Liu; T. Jin; J. G. Gan; F. Y. Wang; H. T. Wang; T. Lin · Front Public Health · 2022
    doi:10.3389/fpubh.2022.1083609
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  27. 39
    Telephone-based joint protection education in lateral epicondylitis: A randomized controlled trial
    Ö. İnal; B. Tunçer · Work · 2022
    RCTdoi:10.3233/WOR-211002
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  28. 40
    Effectiveness of ergonomic interventions on work activity limitations in adults with rheumatoid arthritis: A systematic review
    H. Jones; M. Young; K. Guyton; E. Idemoto; A. Ferraro; R. AlHeresh · Work · 2022
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.3233/WOR-210016
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  29. 41
    Time to Return to Work After an Occupational Injury and Its Prognostic factors Among Employees of Large-Scale Metal Manufacturing Facilities in Ethiopia: A Retrospective Cohort
    A. Tamene; A. Habte; H. T. Derilo; F. Endale; A. Gizachew; D. Sulamo; A. Afework · Environmental Health Insights · 2022
    Cohort studydoi:10.1177/11786302221109372
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  30. 42
    A Qualitative Investigation of Arm Use Ergonomic Factors During Daily Activities of Manual Wheelchair Users...American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine (ACRM) Annual Conference, November 8-11, 2022, Chicago, Illinois
    M. Van Straaten; O. Jahanian; M. Morrow; S. Cain · Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation · 2022
    Qualitativedoi:10.1016/j.apmr.2022.08.826
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  31. 43
    Scoping Review of Telehealth for Musculoskeletal Disorders: Applications for the COVID-19 Pandemic
    F. M. Bucki; M. B. Clay; H. Tobiczyk; B. N. Green · Journal of Manipulative & Physiological Therapeutics · 2021
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.1016/j.jmpt.2021.12.003
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  32. 44
    Predicting outcomes of conservative treatment for patients with carpal tunnel syndrome: Group- and individual-based rehabilitation
    M. M. L. Chu; J. Chan; C. C. H. Chan · Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy · 2021
    Cohort studydoi:10.1177/1569186121997937
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  33. 45
    A contemporary neuroscience approach compared to biomedically focused education combined with symptom-contingent exercise therapy in people with chronic whiplash associated disorders: a randomized controlled trial protocol
    I. Coppieters; W. Willaert; D. Lenoir; M. Meeus; B. Cagnie; K. Ickmans; A. Malfliet; L. Danneels; B. De Petter; J. Nijs · Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy · 2021
    RCTdoi:10.1016/j.bjpt.2020.09.004
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  34. 46
    Effects of Tailored Resistance Exercise Training in a Group of Metalworkers with Ergonomic or Manual Handlings Loads Prescription by the Occupational Physician: a Pilot Study
    S. Gobbo; V. Bullo; E. Roma; M. Bergamo; B. Vendramin; F. Duregon; L. Cugusi; A. Di Blasio; S. Maso; D. Sales Bocalini; C. L. Alberton; G. Priolo; D. Cruz-Diaz; A. Ermolao; M. Bergamin · Muscles, Ligaments & Tendons Journal (MLTJ) · 2021
    Pilot/feasibilitydoi:10.32098/mltj.01.2021.19
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  35. 47
    A cluster-randomized trial of workplace ergonomics and neck-specific exercise versus ergonomics and health promotion for office workers to manage neck pain - a secondary outcome analysis
    V. Johnston; X. Chen; A. Welch; G. Sjøgaard; T. A. Comans; M. McStea; L. Straker; M. Melloh; M. Pereira; S. O'Leary · BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders · 2021
    RCTdoi:10.1186/s12891-021-03945-y
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  36. 48
    Effectiveness of Ergonomic Interventions on Work Activity Limitations in Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Systematic Review...American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine (ACRM) Annual Conference (Virtual), September 24−29, 2021
    H. Jones; M. Young; K. Guyton; E. Idemoto; A. Ferraro; R. AlHeresh · Archives of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation · 2021
    Systematic reviewdoi:10.1016/j.apmr.2021.07.741
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  37. 49
    Occupational health and ergonomics physiotherapists in Brazil: investigation of the socio-demographic profile and professional practices
    U. Magalhães Franchi; R. Luiz Carregaro; L. Paula de Souza; A. Augusto Penha; R. S. Padula · Physiother Theory Pract · 2021
    Cross-sectionaldoi:10.1080/09593985.2019.1703228
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  38. 50
    Effects of a workplace exercise program on physical capacity and lower back symptoms in hospital nursing assistants: a randomized controlled trial
    R. F. C. Moreira; C. S. Moriguchi; L. Carnaz; F. A. Foltran; L. Silva; H. Coury · Int Arch Occup Environ Health · 2021
    RCTdoi:10.1007/s00420-020-01572-z
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  39. 51
    Time to re-think our strategy with musculoskeletal disorders and workstation ergonomics
    V. S. Redivo; B. Olivier · South African Journal of Physiotherapy · 2021
    doi:10.4102/sajp.v77i1.1490
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  40. 52
    Physiotherapy in nursing homes. A qualitative study of physiotherapists' views and experiences
    S. Sterke; A. P. Nascimento da Cunha; H. Oomen; L. Voogt; M. Goumans · BMC Geriatrics · 2021
    Qualitativedoi:10.1186/s12877-021-02080-6
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  41. 53
    Effects of fatigue induced by repetitive movements and isometric tasks on reaction time
    V. Soto-Leon; C. Alonso-Bonilla; D. Peinado-Palomino; M. Torres-Pareja; N. Mendoza-Laiz; L. Mordillo-Mateos; A. Onate-Figuerez; P. Arias; J. Aguilar; A. Oliviero · Human Movement Science · 2020
    doi:10.1016/j.humov.2020.102679
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