Download or read book Observation-Based Posture Assessment: Review of Current Practice and Recommendation written by Health and Human Services Dept (U S ) and published by Government Printing Office. This book was released on 2014-09-20 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NOTE: NO FURTHER DISCOUNT-- OVERSTOCK SALE- Significantly reduced list price This short and concise report describes an observational approach for assessing postural stress of the trunk and upper limbs that is intended to improve risk analysis for prevention of musculoskeletal disorders. The approach is supported by several recent research studies. The purpose of this document is to help practitioners assess working posture for the prevention and control of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Glossary of terms and appendices are included.