Ergonomics

You may have noticed a colleague using a different mouse than you or wondered why some people don't use a mouse at all! To some extent, it really is a personal preference. However, remember that what you do as you use your mouse and where it is positioned are also…

Standing is something we do without much thought. For the most part, we don't consciously think about how we stand. When you look around at others, I'm sure you'll agree that not everyone stands quite the same. There is a right and wrong way to stand as you work! This…

Do you ever think about the way you position your body as you type? Many of us will have heard about repetitive strain injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Often, when it comes to typing, it is not until the first signs of pain or discomfort that we consider what…

  I'm sure you'll agree that prevention is better than cure. Still, you may be wondering what this has to do with ergonomics. You may be wondering what ergonomics is. Simply put, ergonomics is the science of making things efficient and its fair to say that we all want more…

Sitting is something we all do daily, often for long periods. Therefore, examining the way in which we sit is of huge importance. Consider the different spaces you sit at throughout a day; your desk, commuting to work, at home watching TV, in a meeting room or when you are…

Sore thumbs, tired wrists and aching necks are all typical complaints when we overuse our smartphones. Nowadays, we spend a lot of time on our phones. A large amount of this time is in a poor posture. If you know how to use your smartphone ergonomically, you are helping to…

Digital eye strain can be an issue for anyone who frequently uses screens. These screens include your computer, tablet, smartphone, laptop, or even e-reader. Although eye strain can be uncomfortable, it is easy to resolve and prevent. Read on to find out how to reduce your risk of eye strain.…

Have you thought about how you could create a standing desk at home? Creating a suitable home office can be challenging. In the current circumstances, many of us are working from home full-time due to the COVID-19 outbreak. While some people are accustomed to this, for others it is entirely…

Laptops are certainly a convenient and effective piece of technology. They allow us to work in a way that would never be possible otherwise. Unfortunately, laptops are not designed to be ergonomic. Laptops are fine for short bursts of work but become problematic for posture when used for long periods.…

Have you recently started to work from home? For some, working at home is part of usual routine. However, for others, this may be the first experience of working from home. If you have recently started to work at home you may be finding some unexpected challenges.   Having a…