Reducing stray radiation with a novel detachable lead arm support in percutaneous coronary intervention
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DOI: 10.1002/acm2.13763
Abstract: Abstract Background Placing radioprotective devices near patients reduces stray radiation during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), a promising technique for treating coronary artery disease. Therefore, lead arm support may effectively reduce occupational radiation dose to cardiologists.… read more here.
Keywords: stray radiation; arm support; radiation; lead arm ... See more keywords
The use of a three-dimensional dynamic arm support prevents the development of muscle fatigue during repetitive manual tasks in healthy individuals
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0266390
Abstract: Work-related upper extremity disorders are costly to society due to resulting medical costs, presenteeism and absenteeism. Although their aetiology is likely multifactorial, physical workplace factors are known to play an important role in their development.… read more here.
Keywords: arm support; dynamic arm; development; repetitive manual ... See more keywords