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Assessment of hand–arm vibration syndrome in Polish workers: results from a questionnaire study

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics
Hand–arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) is a significant occupational health issue, often diagnosed at an advanced stage. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of HAVS (vascular and neurological components) among men exposed to local vibrations in their ...
Elżbieta Łastowiecka-Moras
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Ultrasound examination of peripheral nerve and joint involvement in hand-arm vibration syndrome: diagnostic and pathogenetic considerations

Russian Journal of Occupational Health and Industrial Ecology
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is characterized by polysymptomatic manifestations involving peripheral nerves, joints, and periarticular tissues. Ultrasonography (US) represents a promising diagnostic modality for detecting structural changes in HAVS,
Y.I Zueva, O. L. Lakhman, D. V. Rusanova, Natalya V. Slivnitsyna   +3 more
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Hand-arm vibration syndrome among harvesting farmers: A cross-sectional study from Pakistan

Work, 2022
BACKGROUND: Constant use of hand-held vibratory tools may cause health issues, including hand dysfunction, among farmers. Thus, exposure to these vibratory instruments may cause hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS).
M. Kashif, Azka Talib, Zainab Imtiaz, Zara Imtiaz, Atif Dustgir, Hafiza Aroosa Syed   +5 more
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Recent trends in reduction of hand arm vibration syndrome for agricultural handheld equipment: A review based on challenges and future directions

Noise & Vibration Worldwide
A major occupational health risk in the agricultural industry is Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), which is brought on by exposure to vibration from handled machinery.
Sandesh S Awati, Amol S. Todkar
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Thermotopography of hands in diagnosis of occupational diseases: Hand-arm vibration syndrome and cold injury syndrome

Medical alphabet, 2022
The analysis of the current state of thermal imaging screening diagnostics and monitoring of the treatment of occupational pathology affecting the thermotopography of the upper extremities is carried out.
M. Volovik, I. Dolgov, N. L. Korotkova
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome

Archives of Neurology, 1994
This article serves to draw attention to the risk to workers from repetitive strain and hand-arm vibration in the workplace and to the diagnostic difficulty in distinguishing carpal tunnel syndrome from the sensorineural component of hand-arm vibration syndrome.Journal publications, textbooks on hand-arm vibration, guidelines of the International ...
P L, Pelmear, W, Taylor
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Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome [HAVS]: What Do We Know So Far? - Journal Review.

Ortopedia Traumatologia Rehabilitacja
BACKGROUND Since over century it has been known that hand to arm transmitted vibrations (HAV) can affect health and quality of life. Exposure over certain level and intensity over time are risk causes of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS).
Adam Popiołek, Marta Billewicz, Laura Lis, Karolina Makowska, Aleksandra Marczyk, Julia Pietrzykowska, Aleksandra Turek, Oksana Zatorska   +7 more
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Evaluation of cytokines, antibodies to neurotransmitter receptors, and their interrelations in individuals with hand-arm vibration syndrome

Ekologiya cheloveka (Human Ecology)
BACKGROUND: One of the primary objectives of the healthcare system in the Russian Federation is to preserve the health of the working population, as economic losses associated with the treatment and social support of individuals with occupational ...
L. Masnavieva, G. Bodienkova, E. Boklazhenko   +2 more
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Hubungan Karakteristik dan Lama Kerja dengan Keluhan Subjektif Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome pada Dokter Gigi di RSGM USU Tahun 2024

Jurnal Penelitian Kesmasy
Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) merupakan kumpulan gejala sensorik, vaskular, dan muskuloskeletal yang berpotensial dialami pekerja dengan pekerjaan yang melibatkan penggunaan alat-alat bergetar secara berulang.
Abiyu Ghaly Siddiq, Halinda Sari Lubis
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Hand-arm vibration syndrome: a guide for nurses

Nursing Standard, 1999
It is estimated that 1.2 million workers are now exposed to hazardous levels of vibration in their work. In the year 1995-1996, over 3,000 new cases of hand-arm vibration syndrome were assessed by the Department of Social Security (DSS) under the Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit Scheme.
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