Ergonomic considerations for the modern radiology practice: An update

•Ergonomic considerations can be unintentionally neglected and underutilized in the modern diagnostic radiology practice.•Repetitive stress injuries affecting multiple musculoskeletal systems can negatively impact the practice of diagnostic radiology, and can contribute to reduced productivity and r...

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Published in:Current problems in diagnostic radiology 2024-11, Vol.53 (6), p.738-744
Main Authors: Soussahn, Samer, Buckwalter, Kenneth, Sayegh, Rony, Soliman, Steven, Weadock, William, Gaetke-Udager, Kara
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Digital Eye Strain
Ergonomics
Radiology
Repetitive Stress Injury
Wellness
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Summary:•Ergonomic considerations can be unintentionally neglected and underutilized in the modern diagnostic radiology practice.•Repetitive stress injuries affecting multiple musculoskeletal systems can negatively impact the practice of diagnostic radiology, and can contribute to reduced productivity and reduced career longevity.•Suboptimal workplace reading station ergonomics can also negatively impact the oculo-neural axis and can contribute to digital eye strain and migraines, among other entities.•By taking into consideration a combination of multiple ergonomic tools and implementing certain behavioral modifications, diagnostic radiologists can mitigate the risks of musculoskeletal injuries, digital eye strain, and other afflictions attributed to prolonged PACS reading station use. The average post-pandemic modern radiology practice is experiencing an ever-increasing workload volume with overall relatively similar staffing levels, regardless of practice setting. This has resulted in an increased workload demand for the average diagnostic radiologist, which in many cases translates to longer working hours. It is now more important than ever to be cognizant of various work-related injuries, including repetitive-stress injuries and vision-related ailments as examples, in relation to the working conditions of the radiologist. This article will discuss commonly occurring conditions and ergonomic considerations that the radiologist can employ to reduce the risk of work-related injuries.
ISSN:0363-0188
1535-6302
1535-6302
DOI:10.1067/j.cpradiol.2024.07.005