Classification criteria and severity assessment in work-associated upper extremity disorders: methods matter.
Am J Ind Med
; 38(4): 369-72, 2000 Oct.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-10982976
ABSTRACT
Work-associated musculoskeletal disorders of the upper extremity are common and disabling. Research on these disorders is needed and requires valid methods of classification of the disorders for epidemiologic studies and measurement of their impact on functional status. This commentary discusses the methodologic aspects of classification and functional status assessment in upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Severity of Illness Index
/
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Type of study:
Etiology_studies
/
Risk_factors_studies
Aspects:
Patient_preference
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Am J Ind Med
Year:
2000
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Estados Unidos