Publications by authors named "Qussai Obiedat"
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- Emergency medical services (EMS) personnel in Jordan are at a high risk of developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs), yet no prior studies have focused on this issue in the region.
- A study involving 435 EMS workers revealed that lower back and neck pain were the most commonly reported issues, with significant prevalence of pain in other areas such as the upper back, knees, and shoulders.
- Factors such as age, experience, gender, body mass index, and educational level were identified as significant contributors to the likelihood of experiencing WMSDs among these workers, indicating a need for national prevention strategies and educational programs.
This paper is based on work from the Global Research, Innovation, and Education on Assistive Technology (GREAT) Summit that was coordinated by WHO's Global Cooperation on Assistive Technology (GATE). The purpose of this paper is to describe the needs and opportunities embedded in the assistive product lifecycle as well as issues relating to the various stages of assistive product mobilization worldwide. The paper discusses assistive technology product terminology and the dangers of focusing on products outside the context and rolling out products without a plan.
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