Search for dissertations about: "occupational disorders"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 133 swedish dissertations containing the words occupational disorders.
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1. Hearing-related symptoms among women - Occurrence and risk in relation to occupational noise and stressful working conditions
Abstract : A considerable amount of research has been devoted to the risk of noise-induced hearing loss among industry workers – the majority of whom are men. Much less research has been done in female-dominated human service occupations, including obstetrical care and preschools. READ MORE
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2. Measuring the impact of body functions on occupational performance : validation of the ADL-focused occupation-based neurobehavioral evaluation (A-ONE)
Abstract : Background: Among the instruments commonly used by occupational therapists working in the area of rehabilitation of persons with neurological disorders are evaluations of both occupation, such as activities of daily living (ADL), and body functions. While persons with neurological diagnoses typically have symptoms that represent diminished neurobehavioral functions, the resulting pattern of neurobehavioral impairments affecting ADL performance often differs among diagnostic groups. READ MORE
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3. Occupational performance in individuals with severe mental disorders : Assessment and family burden
Abstract : The overall aim of the present thesis was three-fold. The overall aim of the present thesis was three-fold. READ MORE
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4. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders - exposure assessment and gender aspects
Abstract : Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are widespread, and are, for unclear reasons, more common among females than in males. Several risk factors have been described; constrained and awkward postures, repetitive and/or force demanding motions, and lack of recovery. READ MORE
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5. Occupational air pollutants and non-malignant respiratory disorders especially in miners
Abstract : Aim. To assess associations between occupational air pollution and respiratory health, especially in miners.Background. Indications of associations between occupational exposure or social economic status and respiratory health have been found in several population-based studies. READ MORE