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Table 10 Physical demands of the typical physical work performed by physiotherapists surveyed 2012

From: Occupational accident and disease claims, work-related stress and job satisfaction of physiotherapists

Physical demands of typical daily work

N

%

Torso inclination of 45° to 90°

47

55.3

Squatting posture

16

18.8

Torso inclination >90°

15

17.6

Kneeling posture

15

17.6

Hands above shoulder level

13

15.3

Squatting

5

5.9

Hand activity

  

No regular hand activities

1

1.2

Slow movements with breaks

12

14.1

Regular movements without breaks

67

78.8

Fast movements without breaks

5

5.9

Effort required, hands

  

Moderate

14

16.5

High

71

83.5