Ergonomics in surgery
Martine.A. van Veelen & Richard.H.M. Goossens, Delft University of Technology
Extra to paper in D. de Waard, K.A. Brookhuis, R. van Egmond, and Th. Boersema (Eds.) (2005), Human Factors in Design, Safety, and Management (pp. 387 - 395). Maastricht, the Netherlands: Shaker Publishing.
Figure. New designs for laparoscopic products that satisfy the new ergonomic guidelines and afford a neutral posture for surgeons and assistants.
1A: New design for a dissection forceps
1B: New design for a grasping forceps without ratchet
1C: New design for a grasping forceps with ratchet
1D: New design for a needle holder
1E: New design for a camera head
1F: New design for a standing support with adjustable foot floor
1G: New design for a foot pedal
1H: Overview of all new products in the OR to support the neutral posture of surgeon and assistants
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