Ergonomic Office

Working at a desk can be a real pain … literally.

Aside from the commonly cited complaints about carpal tunnel symptoms, cramped workspaces, and tension headaches, there’s one thing that arguably surpasses them all in its ability to derail your workers: back pain.

Some 80% of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives, … Continue Reading »

When many people think “workplace safety,” they picture slips, trips, and falls. If it were so simple, safety training would consist of little more than “Be careful.”

Take ergonomics, for example. This common office buzzword sometimes seems like little more than a scientific term for comfort, but it belongs under the safety umbrella just as much … Continue Reading »

You spend lots of time and effort trying to create an environment focused on workplace wellness, and we commend you for a job well done!

But, in case your plate isn’t quite overflowing just yet, there’s one potentially overlooked aspect of a healthy office environment that’s right at your (and your employees’) fingertips.

We’re talking about ergonomics, … Continue Reading »

Muscle tension, headaches, aching back, body stiffness …

No, we’re not talking flu symptoms. These are just some of the problems that can arise from bad ergonomics.

When you’re focused on such important wellness topics as disease prevention, weight management, and safety on and off the job, it can be easy to lose sight of … Continue Reading »

If your employees suffer from back pain, it’s a safe bet that their pain may become yours, too.

Even if you’ve gone to great lengths to ensure that your staff members work in comfort, it might not be enough. Ergonomics are important, but they don’t solve everything.

They don’t account for pre-existing back problems, for instance, or … Continue Reading »

An aching, throbbing, pounding head can quickly derail your day, and the workplace is often ground zero for headaches waiting to happen.

Common headache triggers abound in the average office environment. Causes of ordinary headaches include eye strain from staring at a computer screen or harsh or inadequate lighting, tension, stress, bad posture, caffeine, dehydration, and … Continue Reading »