Overview of surgical ergonomics

Q3 Medicine

Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI:10.1016/j.otot.2025.05.005

Ryan Huang MD, Maura Cosetti MD

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Abstract

Historically, the principles of ergonomics have been applied in various fields, but their significance in healthcare has gained more recent attention due to the high rates of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMD) among physicians and healthcare workers. Surgeons and otolaryngologists are at uniquely high risk for WRMD due to requirements for repetitive and precise tasks, prolonged periods of awkward positioning, minimal training or education in ergonomics, and the use of specialized (often not ergonomically favorable) instruments. Support for a cultural shift within the surgical community to prioritize ergonomics and the well-being of surgeons is necessary to prevent WRMD, enhance surgeon well-being, and improve patient outcomes.

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外科人体工程学概述

从历史上看，人体工程学原理已经应用于各个领域，但由于医生和卫生保健工作者中与工作相关的肌肉骨骼疾病（WRMD）的高发率，其在卫生保健中的重要性最近得到了更多的关注。外科医生和耳鼻喉科医生由于需要重复和精确的任务，长时间的尴尬定位，很少的人体工程学培训或教育，以及使用专门的（通常不符合人体工程学的）器械，因此具有独特的WRMD高风险。支持外科社区的文化转变，优先考虑人体工程学和外科医生的福祉，对于预防WRMD，提高外科医生的福祉和改善患者的预后是必要的。

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Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Medicine-Otorhinolaryngology

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0.70

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审稿时长

43 days

期刊介绍： This large-size, atlas-format journal presents detailed illustrations of new surgical procedures and techniques in otology, rhinology, laryngology, reconstructive head and neck surgery, and facial plastic surgery. Feature articles in each issue are related to a central theme by anatomic area or disease process. The journal will also often contain articles on complications, diagnosis, treatment or rehabilitation. New techniques that are non-operative are also featured.