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American Journal of Public Health, Vol. 82, Issue 11 1550-1552, Copyright © 1992 by American Public Health Association

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Cumulative trauma disorders of the hand and wrist in the auto industry.

N A Nelson, R M Park, M A Silverstein and F E Mirer

School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

Surveillance for cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) of the hand and wrist was carried out in five US automotive plants from 1985 to 1986, using Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Form 200 injury and illness logs and medical insurance claims. Results using both record sources indicated that hand and wrist disorders may be more common in foundries than in other types of automotive plants. Similarly, in assembly plants, employees in certain departments appeared to be at higher risk for CTDs. Although our results are based on small numbers of cases, they suggest plants and departments that might be targeted for more detailed investigation.






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