Chronic Musculoskeletal Injuries in the Workplace

A Controversial Issue. Scientific Basis: Pathological and Clinical Basis. Muscle Pathology with Overuse. Task Analysis. Tissue Tolerance. Pain Perception. Diagnosis: Diagnostic Criteria. Physical Assessment: Neck, Shoulder and Back. Physical Assessment: Forearm, Wrist and Hand. Physical Assessment: Nerves and Vessels. Psychological Assessment. Management: Sociological Considerations. Physical Therapy for Physical Problems. When Chronic Pain Is the Problem. Mind, Body, Society, And the Workplace Environment. Appendix I: Minimum Clinical Criteria for Establishing a Provisional Diagnosis on First Assessment. Appendix II: Intake Questionnaire and Assessment Profile. Appendix III: Physical Assessment Forms. Appendix IV: Disability Assessment Forms. Appendix V: Worksite Assessment Tools.