Development of a novel link-segment model for estimating lower back loading in paramedics

Work conducted as part of this thesis evaluated the lifting techniques of paramedics using a novel link-segment model that was validated against a commercially available software package, 3D Static Strength Prediction Program (3DSSPP). Twenty-five paramedics visited the Biomechanics Lab at Queen’s...

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Main Author: GALBRAITH, PETER ALEXANDER WETHERALL
Other Authors: Queen's University (Kingston, Ont.). Theses (Queen's University (Kingston, Ont.))
Language:en
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Published: 2011
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1974/6817