First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (July 26-27)

4-Ergonomics_2024

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The document discusses the importance of ergonomics in endoscopy, particularly focusing on reducing injuries among GI fellows. It highlights that a significant percentage of fellows experience endoscopy-related injuries, with poor ergonomics during pregnancy leading to complications. Despite the high interest in mandatory ergonomics training, less than one-third of fellows receive formal education or hands-on training in ergonomics. The text provides interventions for pre-endoscopy, intra-endoscopy, and post-endoscopy stages to minimize injury risks, including techniques for optimal positioning, use of compression stockings, and micro-breaks during procedures. Moreover, it emphasizes the need for personalized feedback, communication, and teamwork among all staff members. Pregnancy tips for ergonomic positioning are also provided. The document encourages fellows to become advocates for ergonomics by seeking direct feedback, speaking up about poor ergonomics, participating in education campaigns, and collaborating with physiotherapy colleagues for research and curriculum development. Additionally, it suggests appealing to GI societies and industry for standardized training and improved equipment design. The overall aim is to enhance awareness and implementation of ergonomics practices in endoscopy to create a safer and healthier work environment for GI fellows.

Keywords

ergonomics in endoscopy

injuries among GI fellows

ergonomics training

pregnancy complications

interventions for injury prevention

optimal positioning techniques

compression stockings

micro-breaks during procedures

communication and teamwork

advocacy for ergonomics