Table 6 Proportions of respondents who reported altering work habits as a result of experiencing an occupational musculoskeletal injury
From: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders : A survey of physical therapists in Izmir-Turkey
Altered work habits | PT (%) |
|---|---|
Use improved body mechanics | 20.5 |
Avoid lifting | 16.4 |
Change working position frequently | 13.7 |
Increase use of other personnel | 10.5 |
Decrease manual therapy | 6.9 |
Increase use of mechanical aids | 7.3 |
Increase administrative time. decrease patient care time | 7.3 |
Encourage patient responsibility for carrying out treatment | 6.4 |
Stop working when hurt or when symptoms occur | 5.5 |
Change work schedule | 3.2 |
Take more rest breaks or pauses during the workday | 2.3 |