Industrial medicine and acute musculoskeletal rehabilitation. 6. Occupational health for special populations

Heidi Prather, Patrick M. Foye, Steven A. Stiens, Robert P. Wilder, John C. Cianca

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Abstract

This self-directed learning module highlights work-related injuries in specific patient populations that the physiatrist may encounter. This chapter focuses on evaluating work-related injuries in the aging and disabled population. Specific problems encountered in pregnant working women and the dental profession are also summarized. Specific biologic and/or environmental factors as they relate to workers in the specific populations are reviewed. Strategies for evaluation, rehabilitation, and health care management of these workers are discussed. Overall Article Objectives: (a) To be aware of specific needs and environmental factors for disabled, aging, pregnant, and dental workers and (b) to identify what may precipitate injury for disabled, aging, pregnant, and dental workers.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)S25-S32
JournalArchives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Volume83
Issue number3 SUPPL. 1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2002

Keywords

  • Aging
  • Dentists
  • Disabled persons
  • Pregnancy
  • Rehabilitation

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