Ergonomics to perform thoracic limb musculoskeletal ultrasound.

Abstract

Ergonomics is the science that studies how to adapt the relationship between the human being with its environment. Performing musculoskeletal ultrasound applying appropriate ergonomic techniques both in the patient and by the sonographer, can reduce bodily injuries that are usually generated in repetitive work like this, causing a detriment to the quality of life. The objective of this pictorial is to depict some of the ergonomic characteristics necessary in this work environment by reviewing the literature related to the objective of this work. We conclude that carrying out ergonomic measures during the performance of a musculoskeletal ultrasound study reduces the risk of presenting fatigue and injuries to both the sonographer and the patient.