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Effects of job rotation on musculoskeletal complaints and related work exposures: a systematic literature review

Priscilla C. LeiderCoronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Julitta S. BoschmanCoronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Monique H.W. Frings-DresenCoronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Henk F. van der MolenCoronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands;Arbouw, Dutch Health & Safety Institute Construction Industry, Harderwijk, The NetherlandsCorrespondence[email protected]
Pages 18-32 | Received 20 Nov 2013, Accepted 26 Aug 2014, Published online: 29 Sep 2014

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