Date of Award
Summer 8-23-2019
Document Type
Capstone
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Department
Occupational Therapy
First Advisor
Erin Schwier, EdD, OTD, OTR/L, Program Director
Second Advisor
Susan MacDermott, OTD, OTR/L, Doctoral Coordinator
Medical Subject Headings
Occupational Therapy, Ergonomics, Holistic Health, Musculoskeletal Diseases, Biomechanics, Psychosocial Factors
Abstract
There is presently a lack of occupational therapy interventions that holistically treat work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) commonly found in the hairdressing population. Current studies found in the literature solely focus on the hairdressers’ symptoms, which leads to a more limited understanding of their situation. Furthermore, this focus on symptoms could lead to the possibility of overlooking confounding variables that could play a role in impacting these workers. This capstone project aims to examine the hairdressing occupation as a whole, assessing the health-related needs of hairdressers and create a holistic program that would address current needs and future preventative treatments for this occupation.
Recommended Citation
Kim, A. (2019). Assessing Workplace Wellness for the Occupation of Hairdressing. [Doctoral project, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences]. SOAR @ USA: Student Capstone Papers Collection. https://doi.org/10.46409/sr.KQNN8928
Included in
Musculoskeletal Diseases Commons, Occupational Therapy Commons, Other Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Commons, Other Mental and Social Health Commons
Comments
Capstone project submitted to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Occupational Therapy.