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Informationen zum Autor Bart Haex Klappentext A synergy of physical, psychological, and physiological conditions affects the mental and physical quality of sleep. Although much has been written about this issue, little has been founded on actual research, until now. Back and Bed: Ergonomic Aspects of Sleeping is the first book to scientifically attribute the relationship between ergonomic factors and the quality of sleep. It describes the pros and cons of different types of mattresses, supporting structures, head cushions, and sleeping postures. This volume defines and combines several aspects of sleep quality and identifies the underlying ergonomic parameters for each of these aspects. Based on state-of-the-art, in-depth research, this book also 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. Zusammenfassung A synergy of physical, psychological, and physiological conditions affects the mental and physical quality of sleep. This book scientifically attribute the relationship between ergonomic factors and the quality of sleep. It is a resource for researchers, clinicians, physicians, ergonomists, manufacturers and marketers. Inhaltsverzeichnis PrefaceIntroductionWhich Ergonomic Factors Affect the Quality of Sleep?Physical FactorsPhysiological FactorsPsychological FactorsCultural and Historical AspectsBed Type Variety - Sleeping Posture DiversityDifferent Types of Sleeping SystemsSleeping System PropertiesPostureHow to Measure Spinal AlignmentWhich Measurement Techniques are Able to Evaluate the SpineSpinal Alignment: Computer SimulationsWhich Simulation Techniques are Able to Evaluate the SpineThe Impact of Custom-made Bed Design on Back SupportMethodologyResults and DiscussionGuidance to the Optimal BedPractical GuidelinesBed Design AutomationBed Selection: Guidance TechniquesConclusionPostfaceTable of Contents...
