Guest guest Posted May 19, 2008 Report Share Posted May 19, 2008 I have recently been contacted by the DON of our attached LTC, stating that she has been ordered by a physician and administration to require all CNAs to wear back supports. She is wanting each individual measured and fitted for these. The last I had heard, the research did not show conclusive evidence that back supports would reduce the risk of back related injury. OSHAs stand on this in regards to PPE is not particularly in support of or against back supports. Does anyone have and research/literature/information on the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of back supports? Thanks! le Bohl, PT Rehab Manager County Health Systems This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which they are addressed. This communication may contain materials protected by copyright, or confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements. Be advised that the unauthorized dissemination, forwarding, printing, or copying of this email is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, please notify me immediately at dbohl@.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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