Ergonomics in careers dedicated to rhinoplasty: prevalence and prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders

Rhinoplasty is an ergonomically demanding procedure that subjects surgeons to prolonged unfavorable postures and repetitive fine motor movements, increasing the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMDs). Nevertheless, ergonomic awareness and training in rhinoplasty remain limited.The ai...

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Main Authors: Santos, Mariline (Author) , Bulut, Cem (Author) , Hohenberger, Ralph (Author) , Vergeer, Rob (Author) , Gonçalves Ferreira, Miguel (Author) , Datema, Frank R (Author)
Format: Article (Journal)
Language:English
Published: 05 November 2025
In: Aesthetic surgery journal
Year: 2025, Pages: 1-11
ISSN:1527-330X
DOI:10.1093/asj/sjaf228
Online Access:Verlag, lizenzpflichtig, Volltext: https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjaf228
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Author Notes:Mariline Santos, MD, PhD, Olcay Cem Bulut, MD, Ralph Hohenberger, MD, Rob Vergeer, PT, Miguel Gonçalves Ferreira, MD, PhD, and Frank R. Datema, MD, PhD

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