Ergonomic forestry issues are extremely complex and multifaceted. The central questions in the ergonomics of forestry machines must also be applied in their development, design and construction processes. As such, it is essential to devote thorough attention to this issue and to carry out detailed analyses of all factors in order to determine the criteria and parameters of the optimal solution of the working conditions to create the relevant standards and regulations. This book is focused on the work of chainsaws and harvester technologies, as well as the suitable choice of work conditions regarding the ergonomic aspects of the whole cutting process by these machines. It deals with technical descriptions and provides an analysis of the technological techniques of the production process. The book also outlines the possibilities of field deployment of such machinery and investigates the workload of harvester and forwarder operators.

This guide provides a systematic overview of manual diagnostic & therapeutic techniques for disorders of the musculoskeletal system met in normal practice. In the first section functional morphology, biomechanics & neurophysiology are presented. Routine & neurological examination techniques of the spine, the joints in the extremities, & the muscles are discussed in detail. The manual therapy is explained step by step in text & illustration, including discussion of the indications & possible complications. The closing chapter on home exercises completes the spectrum of information.

New in the 2nd edition: The section on the biomechanics of the spine has been enlarged with the inclusion of the latest advances, as well as describing functional radiology [ Presentation of the systematic functional & palpatory examination of the spine related to segments & joints [ New chapters on the functional examination of extremity joints as related to manual medicine, & on X-ray diagnostics of the spine.