School furniture and the user population: an anthropometric perspective

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The relationship between reported spinal symptoms in an adolescent student population, and the comparison between their school furniture and their individual anthropometric dimensions is discussed. School furniture may have a role to play in the development of symptoms regarding the spine in adolescent students.

Author: Milanese, S., Grimmer, K.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2004
United States, Design and construction, Ergonomics, School facilities, Educational facilities, Education parks, Ergonomic aid

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Trunk muscle activity in different modes of carrying schoolbags

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Electromyographic (EMG) activity from rectus abdominis and erector spinae was recorded bilaterally in five static conditions to study the correct mode of carrying schoolbags. The results suggested that the physical stresses of carrying book bags could be minimized by the design of a double pack.

Author: Motmans, R.R.E.E., Tomlow, S., Vissers, D.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2006
Analysis, Usage, Abdominal pain, Electromyography

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The weight and use of schoolbags in New Zealand secondary schools

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The weights of schoolbags and factors affecting the use of schoolbags among secondary school students in five New Zealand schools are studied. This study reveals that students may be at a higher risk of developing musculoskeletal symptoms.

Author: Whittfield, J. K., Legg, S. J., Hedderley, D. I.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2001
New Zealand, Risk factors, Musculoskeletal system

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Subjects list: Health aspects, Students, Causes of, Schoolbags
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