Web-based office ergonomics intervention on work-related complaints: a field study

REFERENCES

• Aarås, A., G.Horgen, and M.Helland. 2007. “Can Visual Discomfort Influence on Muscle Pain and Muscle Load for Visual Display Unit (VDU) Workers?” In Ergonomics and Health Aspects, edited by M. J.Dainoff, HCII 2007, LNCS 4566, 3–9. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag.
   Google Scholar
• Allie, P., M. C.Bartha, D.Kokot, and C.Purvis. 2010. “A Field Observation of Display Placement Requirements for Presbyopic and Prepresbyopic Computer Users.” Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting54: 709–713.
   Google Scholar
• Amick, B. C., III, C. C.Menéndez, L.Lianna Bazzani, M.Robertson, K.DeRango, T.Rooney, and A.Moore. 2012. “A Field Intervention Examining the Impact of an Office Ergonomics Training and a Highly Adjustable Chair on Visual Symptoms in a Public Sector Organization.” Applied Ergonomics43: 625–631.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• BAuA (Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health). 2011. Research on Health and Safety at Work. Research and Development Programme. 1st ed.Dortmund, Germany: Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA).
   Google Scholar
• Bongers, P. M., S.Ijmker, S.van den Heuvel, and B. M.Blatter. 2006. “Epidemiology of Work Related Neck and Upper Limb Problems: Psychosocial and Personal Risk Factors (Part I) and Effective Interventions Froma Bio Behavioural Perspective (Part II).” Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation16: 279–302.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Cohen, J.1988. Statistical Power Analysis for the Behavioral Sciences. 2nd ed.Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum.
   Google Scholar
• Corlett, E. N.2006. “Background to Sitting at Work: Research-Based Requirements for the Design of Work Seats.” Ergonomics49: 1538–1546.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• EU-OSHA (European Agency for Safety and Health at Work). 2008. Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders: Prevention Report. Luxembourg: Office for Official Publications of the European Communities.
   Google Scholar
• Eurofound (European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions). 2007. Fourth European Working Conditions Survey. Luxembourg: Office for Official Publications of the European Communities.
   Google Scholar
• Fang, S., J.Dropkin, R.Herbert, D.Triola, and P.Landsbergis. 2007. “Workers' Compensation Experiences of Computer Users with Musculoskeletal Disorders.” American Journal of Industrial Medicine50: 512–518.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Gilbert-Ouimet, M., C.Brisson, M.Vézina, L.Trudel, R.Bourbonnais, B.Masse, G.Barit-Gingras, and C. E.Dionne. 2011. “Intervention Study on Psychosocial Work Factors and Mental Health and Musculoskeletal Outcomes.” HealthcarePapers11: 47–66.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Groenesteijn, L., M.Blok, M.Formanoy, E.de Korte, and P.Vink. 2009. “Usage of Office Chair Adjustments and Controls by Workers Having Shared and Owned Work Spaces.” In Ergonomics and Health Aspects, edited by B.-T.Karsh, HCII 2009, LNCS 5624, 23–28. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer-Verlag.
   Google Scholar
• Grooten, W. J. A., D.Conradsson, B. O.Äng, and E.Franzén. 2013. “Is Active Sitting as Active as We Think?” Ergonomics 56: 1304–1314.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Gunasekaran, A., R. D.McNeil, and D.Shaul. 2002. “E-learning: Research and Applications.” Industrial and Commercial Training34: 44–53.
   Google Scholar
• Helland, M., G.Horgen, T. M.Kvikstad, T.Garthus, and A.Aarås. 2011. “Will Musculoskeletal and Visual Stress Change When Visual Display Unit (VDU) Operators Move from Small Offices to an Ergonomically Optimized Office Landscape?” Applied Ergonomics42: 839–845.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Heuer, H., G.Hollendiek, H.Kröger, and T.Römer. 1989. “Rest Position of the Eyes and Its Effect on Viewing Distance and Visual Fatigue in Computer Display Work.” Zeitschrift für experimentel langewandte Psychologie36: 538–566.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Huang, Y.-H., M. M.Robertson, and K. I.Chang. 2004. “The Role of Environmental Control on Environmental Satisfaction, Communication, and Psychological Stress: Effects of Office Ergonomics Training.” Environment and Behavior36: 617–637.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Jainta, S., and W.Jaschinski. 2002. “Fixation Disparity: Binocular Vergence Accuracy for a Visual Display at Different Positions Relative to the Eyes.” Human Factors44: 443–450.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Jaschinski, W.2002. “The Proximity–Fixation–Disparity Curve and the Preferred Viewing Distance at a Visual Displayas an Indicator of Near Vision Fatigue.” Optometry and Vision Science79: 158–169.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Jaschinski, W., and H.Heuer. 2004. “Vision and eyes.” In Working Postures and Movements: Tools for Evaluation and Engineering, edited by N. J.Delleman, C. M.Haslegrave, and D. B.Chaffin, 73–86. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press.
   Google Scholar
• Jaschinski, W., H.Heuer, and H.Kylian. 1998. “Preferred Position of Visual Displays Relative to the Eyes: A Field Study of Visual Strain and Individual Differences.” Ergonomics41: 1034–1049.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Jaschinski, W., H.Heuer, and H.Kylian. 1999. “A Procedure to Determine the Individually Comfortable Position of Visual Displays Relative to the Eyes.” Ergonomics42: 353–549.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Jaschinski, W., M.König, T. M.Mekontso, A.Ohlendorf, and M.Welscher. submitted. “Computer Vision Syndrome in Presbyopic Employees with Different Lenses.” Optometry and Vision.
   Google Scholar
• Jaschinski-Kruza, W.1991. “Eyestrain in VDU Users: Viewing Distance and the Resting Position of Ocular Muscles.” Human Factors33: 69–83.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Johnston, V., G.Jull, T.Souvlis, and N. L.Jimmieson. 2010. “Interactive Effects from Self-Reported Physical and Psychosocial Factors in the Workplace on Neck Pain and Disability in Female Office Workers.” Ergonomics53: 502–513.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Kennedy, C. A., B. C.AmickIII, J. T.Dennerlein, S.Brewer, S.Catli, R.Williams, C.Serra, F.Gerr, E.Irvin, Q.Mahood, A.Franzblau, D.Van Eerd, B.Evanoff, and D.Rempel. 2010. “Systematic Review of the Role of Occupational Health and Safety Interventions in the Prevention of Upper Extremity Musculoskeletal Symptoms, Signs, Disorders, Injuries, Claims and Lost Time.” Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation20: 127–162.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Ketola, R., R.Toivonen, M.Häkkänen, R.Luukkonen, E. -P.Takala, E.Viikari-Juntura, H.Hanhinen, R.Kukkonen, E.Kylmäaho, and S.Rauas. 2002. “Effects of Ergonomic Intervention in Work with Video Display Units.” Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health28: 18–24.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Levanon, Y., A.Gefen, Y.Lerman, U.Givon, and N. Z.Ratzon. 2012. “Reducing Musculoskeletal Disorders among Computer Operators: Comparison Between Ergonomics Interventions at the Workplace.” Ergonomics55: 1571–1585.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Liaw, S.-S.2008. “Investigating Students' Perceived Satisfaction, Behavioral Intention, and Effectiveness of E-Learning: A Case Study of the Blackboard System.” Computers & Education51: 864–873.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Lie, I., and K. I.Fostervold. 1995. “VDT-Work with Different Gaze Inclinations.” In Work with Display Units, edited by A.Grieco, G.Molteni, B.Piccoli, and E.Occhipinti, 137–142. Amsterdam: North Holland.
   Google Scholar
• Lundberg, U., and G.Johansson. 2000. “Stress and Health Risks in Repetitive Work and Supervisory Monitoring Work.” In Engineering Psychophysiology – Issues and Applications, edited by R. W.Backs and W.Boucsein, 339–359. London: Lawrence Erlbaum.
   Google Scholar
• Masuda, K., T.Masuda, T.Sadoyama, M.Inaki, and S.Katsuta. 1999. “Changes in Surface EMG Parameters during Static and Dynamic Fatiguing Contractions.” Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology9: 39–46.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Menéndez, C. C., B. C.AmickIII, M.Robertson, L.Bazzani, K.DeRango, T.Rooney, and A.Moore. 2012. “A Replicated Field Intervention Study Evaluating the Impact of a Highly Adjustable Chair and Office Ergonomics Training on Visual Symptoms.” Applied Ergonomics43: 639–644.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Menozzi, M., A.Buol, H.Krueger, and C.Miège. 1994. “Direction of Gaze and Comfort: Discovering the Relation for the Ergonomic Optimization of Visual Tasks.” Opthalmic and Physiological Optics14: 393–399.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Menozzi, M., A.Buol, H.Waldmann, S.Kündig, H.Krueger, and W.Spieler. 1999. “Training in Ergonomics at VDU Workplaces.” Ergonomics42: 835–845.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Rempel, D., K.Willms, J.Anshel, W.Jaschinski, and J.Sheedy. 2007. “The Effects of Visual Display Distance on Eye Accommodation, Head Posture, and Vision and Neck Symptoms.” Human Factors54: 830–838.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Robertson, M. M.2007. “Health and Performance Consequences of Office Ergonomic Interventions among Computer Workers.” Ergonomics and Health Aspects135–143.
   Google Scholar
• Robertson, M. M., B. C.AmickIII, K.DeRango, T.Rooney, L.Bazzani, R.Harrist, and A.Moore. 2009. “The Effects of an Office Ergonomics Training and Chair Intervention Onworker Knowledge, Behavior and Musculoskeletal Risk.” Applied Ergonomics40: 124–135.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Robertson, M. M., V. M.Ciriello, and A. M.Garabet. 2013. “Office Ergonomics Training and a Sit–Stand Workstation: Effects on Musculoskeletal and Visual Symptoms and Performance of Office Workers.” Applied Ergonomics44: 79–85.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Robson, L. S., C. M.Stephenson, P. A.Schulte, B. C.AmickIII, E. L.Irvin, D. E.Eggerth, S.Chan, A. R.Bielecky, A. M.Wang, T. L.Heidotting, R. H.Peters, J. A.Clarke, K.Cullen, C. J.Rotunda, and P. L.Grubb. 2012. “A Systematic Review of the Effectiveness of Occupational Health and Safety Training.” Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health38: 193–208.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Rosenfield, M.2011. “Computer Vision Syndrome: A Review of Ocular Causes and Potential Treatments.” Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics31: 502–515.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Ruiz, J. G., M. J.Mintzer, and R. M.Leipzig. 2006. “The Impact of e-Learning in Medical Education.” Academic Medicine81: 207–212.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Shadish, W. R., T. D.Cook, and D. T.Campbell. 2002. Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Designs for Generalized Causel Inference. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin Company.
   Google Scholar
• Steiger, J. H.1980. “Tests for Comparing Elements of a Correlation Matrix.” Psychological Bulletin87: 245–251.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Taieb-Maimon, M., J.Cwikel, B.Shapira, and I.Orenstein. 2012. “The Effectiveness of a Training Method Using Self-Modeling Webcam Photos for Reducing Musculoskeletal Risk Among Office Workers Using Computers.” Applied Ergonomics43: 376–385.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Wantland, D. J., C. J.Portillo, W. L.Holzemer, R.Slaughter, and E. M.McGhee. 2004. “The Effectiveness of Web-Based vs. Non-Web-Based Interventions: A Meta-Analysis of Behavioral Change Outcomes.” Journal of Medical Internet Research6: e40.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Wahlström, J.2005. “Ergonomics, Musculoskeletal Disorders and Computer Work.” Occupational Medicine55: 168–176.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Welsh, E. T., C. R.Wanberg, K. G.Brown, and M. J.Simmering. 2003. “E-Learning: Emerging Uses, Empirical Results and Future Directions.” International Journal of Training and Development7: 245–258.
   Google Scholar
• Wickström, G., and T.Bendix. 2000. “The Hawthorne Effect – What Did the Original Hawthorne Studies Actually Show?” Scandinavian Journal of Work Environment & Health26: 363–367.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar