Ergonomics Today™

Sex Workers Get Ergonomics Guidelines

October 22, 2004
New Zealand government proves every occupation can benefit from ergonomics, even the sex trade.

Comfort Means Productivity For Office Workers

October 20, 2004
Two new studies show that office workers are more productive when temperature and posture are comfortable. Research and practice also indicates that both factors can affect worker productivity.

Key Ovation Acquires Popular Goldtouch Product Line

October 18, 2004
Key Ovation acquires the intellectual property rights to the popular Goldtouch product line.

Top 10 Back-Breaking Jobs

October 15, 2004
American chiropractors rate the 10 jobs they believe are the hardest on workers’ backs.

Staffing Shortages Make Ergonomics More Important

October 13, 2004
Recent reports of staffing shortages mean older workers stay on the job longer and that equates to an even greater need for ergonomics.

Pre-Activity Stretch May Hurt Performance

October 11, 2004
New study pinpoints stretching as non-beneficial before activity.

Is That Product Ergonomic?

October 8, 2004
Finding a product that is truly ergonomic may take a little consumer education, but HFES is trying to help during National Ergonomics Month.

Business and Labor Voice Dissatisfaction With OSHA

October 6, 2004
Recent actions and inactions by OSHA are making all sides of the ergonomics regulation debate a little antsy.

If Telecommuting Is a Pain Ergonomics Can Be the Solution

October 4, 2004
If telecommuting seems like a pain in the back or neck, as it does for a growing number of U.S. workers, bringing ergonomics to the home may be just the answer to stop the pain.

Oh No, a Computer That Talks 'Teen'?

October 1, 2004
Computer manufacturer let the average 16-year-old make design decisions for its hip, new computer intended for who else? The average teen.

California Bans Hand Weeding

September 29, 2004
In an attempt to reduce injuries associated with pulling weeds, California bans hand-weeding by farm workers.

Nine Points to Consider When Buying An Anti-Fatigue Mat

September 27, 2004
Not all mats are created equally. Tips to use when purchasing an anti-fatigue mat.

Applying Ergonomics Proves Profitable for Gatorade

September 24, 2004
Applying some well-planned research, says one designer, is the answer to making successful products that truly are ergonomic.

Return-to-Work May Be Best Way To Manage MSDs

September 22, 2004
Return-to-Work programs prove invaluable for helping workers with MSDs, including Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, get back to work quickly.

Airports Say No Jackets Required, But What About Human Factors?

September 20, 2004
Human factors involved in airport security could be in line for a change but for the time being, passengers will just have to take off their coats to help improve security.

Hands-Free Mousing Could Mean Using Your Nose

September 17, 2004
New mouse that operates with nose twitches and eye blinks could make the task of running the computer much simpler, quicker or at least a little different.

Ergonomics to Fit a Larger Market

September 15, 2004
From plus-sized umbrellas to extra-large office chairs, ergonomics shows its accommodating side to customers and workers.

Kitchen Workers Need Ergonomics

September 13, 2004
Cooking for a living could be a little easier and less painful with ergonomics interventions says a U.K. study.

Inactivity Could Be Just As Hard On Back As An Injury

September 10, 2004
New study indicates that too little movement could cause back pain that mimics an injury.

Study Links Long-Term Back Pain to Backpacks

September 8, 2004
New study indicates that the pain from heavy backpacks could be breeding life-long back problems in children.