Abstract
Over the last quarter century, extensive research concerning work-related musculoskeletal discomfort has been conducted in the area of desktop computer (DPC) use, among professionals and clerical workers. Notebook style computers (NPC) are increasing in popularity and use, often replacing DPCs, yet limited information is available on workers' experience with NPCs. Results are presented from a survey that explored work-related use of desktop and notebook computers by professionals (n=335). Associations were found between musculoskeletal discomfort and work patterns and methods, including work-break patterns, notebook configuration, and notebook transportation mode. Laptop Computer usage and OSHA's lie Program, Memorandum from Byron R. Chadwick, Regional Administrator – VIII to Roger A. Clark, Director, Directorate of Compliance Programs and Leo G. Carey, Director, Directorate of Field Programs, http://gabby.osha-slc.gov/OshDoc/Interp_data/INTERP_19940104.html
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