OBJECTIVES The study sought to determine the level of musculoskeletal disorders among working oral hygienists in South Africa and potential determinants that are associated with these disorders. METHODS Oral hygienists registered with the HPCSA were requested to complete an anonymous questionnaire. Apart from demographic information they were asked to report on any musculoskeletal symptoms ex...

Seated work has been shown to constitute a risk factor for low-back pain. This is attributed to the prolonged and monotonous low-level mechanical load imposed by a seated posture. To evaluate the potential health effects with respect to the low back of office chairs with a movable seat and back rest, trunk kinematics, erector spinae EMG, spinal shrinkage and local discomfort were assessed in 10...

This article reviews the literature on institutional position of national parliaments in EU. It focuses new developments, explanations, and effects discussed over cours...

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Department chairs occupy one of the most important roles in Canadian universities, but finding candidates to fill these positions is a challenge. You need only look at university websites see number acting and interim chairs. Chair selection processes vary from nominations voting, seeking expressions interest or simply an appointment made by dean. The may differ between departments same faculty...