Preface

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are injuries that affect the musculoskeletal system of the human body, especially bones, spinal discs, tendons**,** joints, ligaments, cartilage, nerves, and blood vessels.

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) are often observed when there is a discrepancy between the physical capacity of the human body and the physical requirements of the work task. Along with personal factors such as personal medical history, the design of the physical and psychosocial working environment can contribute to the formation of these disorders.

This book describes the human musculoskeletal system, including such topics as anthropometry and posture, as it relates to accidents and injuries in the workplace. Chapters discuss such subjects as job standards; risk assessment; direct and indirect costs of WRMSDs; epidemiology, etiology, and pathology of WRMSDs; engineering and administrative controls; risk factor identification; injury management; and education and training. It presents a holistic approach to identifying, intervening, and preventing WRMSDs.

> **Orhan Korhan** Eastern Mediterranean University, Famagusta, North Cyprus, Turkey

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Section 1

Definiton of WRMSDs
