An ergonomic comparison of pneumatic and electrical pistol grip hand tools

• Published in: International journal of industrial ergonomics Vol. 34; no. 6; pp. 467 - 478
• Main Authors: Potvin, Jim R., Agnew, Michael J., Ver Woert, Cherrie
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 01.12.2004
• Subjects: EMG; Hand tool use; Torque reaction; Upper limb injuries; Torque reaction; Upper limb injuries; Hand tool use; EMG

The purpose of this study was to compare the ergonomic demands associated with air and DC pistol grip hand tool use. Seven channels of EMG data were collected from 15 male and 15 female subjects to estimate the muscular demands on the forearms, biceps, shoulders and neck. An accelerometer was also u...