Posted on April 13, 2020
Whether you are new to working from home or you have been doing it for a while, either way, you are probably spending a large portion on your day in front of a screen or sitting down working on a table. As a result, you may have noticed some work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as… Read More
Posted on October 22, 2019
Standing desks are not a new phenomenon but with all the recent studies showing the adverse effects of sitting all day, they are more popular than ever before. But are they more than just hype? We certainly seem to think so! When researchers followed 7,300 Ontario workers aged 35 to 74, they found the risk… Read More
Posted on October 10, 2017
We all know how important office ergonomics are and how they can affect your daily productivity. A poorly designed office workstation causes both physical and mental stress. A study by the Norwegian State Institute found that after the common cold, muscular soreness was the second most common cause of absenteeism at work and other studies in… Read More
Posted on September 21, 2017
When the topic of office ergonomics comes up in a discussion, most people these days already know that you should use a quality ergonomic task chair and that alternating between sitting and standing throughout the day can be beneficial for your health. These things are easy to picture being healthier, they immediately feel better. What is… Read More
Posted on July 15, 2014
Do you know the four pillars of ergonomics? You have likely heard again and again of the first pillar, support, as ergonomic task chairs become the standard in office seating. Lower back pain has long been an issue and a properly adjusted ergonomic task chair can dramatically reduce strain on the back and legs. Footrests… Read More
