Abstract
This study presents the results of an ergonomics evaluation of a patient handling aid commonly used for transferring patients. The results of the study showed that use of the patient handling aid (Medesign) increased the rate of perceived exertion at the lower back and the shoulder but did not indicate any significant difference in the muscular activity in the regions. It is suggested that users' anthropometry should be considered in designing a patient handling aid.
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