Bart Haex

Back and Bed

Ergonomic Aspects of Sleeping

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

The first book to scientifically attribute the relationship between ergonomic factors and the quality of sleep, Back and Bed describes the pros and cons of different types of mattresses, supporting structures, head cushions, and sleeping postures. The author defines several aspects of sleep quality and identifies the underlying ergonomic parameters for each one. Based on state-of-the-art, in-depth research, this book illustrates how back support can be evaluated and optimized for an individual or for a population group. It is a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, physicians, ergonomists, manufacturers, and marketers and is accessible to anyone who practices the art of sleep.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: CRC Press
• Seitenzahl: 278
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. November 2004
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 240mm x 161mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 584g
• ISBN-13: 9780415332972
• ISBN-10: 0415332974
• Artikelnr.: 21036634

Autorenporträt

Bart Haex

Inhaltsangabe

Preface Introduction Which Ergonomic Factors Affect the Quality of Sleep?
Physical Factors Physiological Factors Psychological Factors Cultural and
Historical Aspects Bed Type Variety - Sleeping Posture Diversity Different
Types of Sleeping Systems Sleeping System Properties Posture How to Measure
Spinal Alignment Which Measurement Techniques are Able to Evaluate the
Spine Spinal Alignment: Computer Simulations Which Simulation Techniques
are Able to Evaluate the Spine The Impact of Custom-made Bed Design on Back
Support Methodology Results and Discussion Guidance to the Optimal Bed
Practical Guidelines Bed Design Automation Bed Selection: Guidance
Techniques Conclusion Postface Table of Contents