The Sonographer’s Guide to Reducing Work-Related Injury: Ultrasound Ergonomics
Welcome back to our series on reducing work-related injuries! Sonography is a physically demanding job, with roughly two-thirds of sonographers reporting scanning while in pain according to a recent survey published in the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. While many sonographers may be accustomed to scanning while in pain due to Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WRMSDs),… Read More
The Sonographer’s Guide to Reducing Work-Related Injury: Stretching
Day in and day out, sonographers are using their minds and bodies to help others. Unfortunately, according to the SDMS, 90% of clinical sonographers display symptoms of Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WRMSDs), costing employers over $120 billion in direct and indirect costs. Some of the most common injuries that sonographers suffer from include frozen shoulder,… Read More