When we are completing physical activities, our bodies move in such a way to get the job done. But just because our bodies can move a certain way, does not always mean that we should continue to make it happen. Let’s take lifting, for example. If a box is needed to be lifted from the…
Considering our general adult population, there is a wide range of heights. The average height for an American man is 5”9” and 5’4” for women. However, the average height of a standard desk has less of a range, which is 28 – 30” tall, which is for someone who is 5’10” to 6’2”. It is…
Finding the right solution for your workspace comes with quite a few questions. Such as which office chair and is a standing desk necessary? Another item to consider is the monitor. Curved monitors were first introduced in 2014. The use of curved monitors is on the rise. Global shipments rose to 15.6 million in 2021…
With all the marketing campaigns and constant new ergonomic products, it is tough to quickly know this answer. After all, it wasn’t too long ago that the popular ad, “Sitting is the Smoking” was all the buzz. So, let’s break this down a little more. Anatomy For a long evolutionary history, humans have had…
Tennis elbow is a condition where the tendons in your elbow become inflamed and painful, oftentimes from repetitive motions of the wrist and arm. Other studies suggest that there isn’t an exact cause of tennis elbow. About 2% of the population have tennis elbow. The symptoms are most common in people between the ages of…
Chronic injuries to your muscular and skeletal system due to unsafe body mechanics and positioning or repetitive motions are considered musculoskeletal disorders (MSD’s). These types of disorders show up in the ergonomic world a fair amount of time. Our goal is to prevent these disorders from happening so you can live a happier and healthier…
Ergonomics affects all areas of life. From work to driving, to home, and even taking care of babies and children. Applying ergonomics to the role of parents and caregivers is one that is necessary to maintain overall health and well-being. Caring for babies and children can be incredibly rewarding. In the same sense, it can…
Have you ever felt pain while sewing? Has your neck felt uncomfortable from looking down at your sewing machine for too long? If so, you’re not alone. Luckily, there are some simple ways to reduce the strain on your body by improving ergonomics in your workspace. 1. Task Lighting The first step to creating…
Humans have been designed to walk on two legs. However, even with this design, it is not advantageous to stand still. We are basically trying to stay balanced in an upright posture and little muscle activity takes place. Once we start to lean forward or backward, our back and abdominal muscles engage. Standing for long…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) affects 1 to 3 people per 1,000 each year in the United States. More people in the age group of 40-60 years are affected by CTS compared to any other age group. It is also ten times more common in females compared to males. For more information about CTS, refer to…