Goldilocks Was Right: For Back Pain, Medium Mattress Is Just Right
November 14, 2003
Science proves what a fairy tale had been saying all along: medium firmness mattress is best choice for back pain.

Can a Lack of Ergonomics Off-Work Impact the Office?
November 12, 2003
A recent study indicates that off-work activities can impact job performance but few employers know what to do to prevent them.

Study May Help Determine Ergonomics' Preventive Abilities
November 10, 2003
Researchers at Temple University link repetitive tasks to bone-tissue damage in quest to determine just how effective ergonomics may be at prevention.

Deadline to Submit Abstracts Extended
November 10, 2003
Still time to submit abstracts for January NACE meeting.

Got a Pain From Mousing Around? Ergonomist Wants to Help
November 7, 2003
Study seeks feedback on mouse usage and techniques for reducing associated discomfort.

Finally, an MRI For Ergonomists
November 5, 2003
New magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may help ergonomists design more effectively.

Ergonomics Rule Overturned in Washington
November 5, 2003
Initiative-841 passes by a slim margin, overturning Washington’s ergonomics rule.

Vietnam to Vegas, Ergoweb Serves the World
November 4, 2003
Ergoweb's travel schedule through the end of 2003 highlights oversees meetings and public ergonomics events.

NSC Pulls Out of ANSI Ergonomics Standards
November 4, 2003
NSC no longer involved with ANSI’s quest for an ergonomics standard.

The Trouble With Harry
October 31, 2003
Harry Potter is giving his fans headaches and wrist problems? Could it be magic or just a heavy load for pint-sized readers?

Air Force Sees Process Improvement Through Ergonomics
October 29, 2003
Specially-designed tools help Air Force fighter jet crew.

HFES Urges Washington I-841 Voters to Consider Science Basis of Ergonomics
October 27, 2003
HFES urges Washington Initiative 841 voters to consider science basis of ergonomics.

Is Back Pain In Your Future?
October 27, 2003
Canadian Chiropractic Association lets workers decide for themselves if their habits today could mean back pain in the future.

Hallelujah, Churches Go Ergonomic
October 24, 2003
Looking for a little comfort this weekend? Check your local church for some ergonomic furniture.

Will Ergonomics Really Cost Jobs?
October 22, 2003
Voters, faced with the task of regulation, look at how much of an impact the ergonomics rule will really have on their own lives in Washington State.

Turning Tools Into Answers
October 20, 2003
Tools can make or break a workplace; see how the right fit can improve yours.

Powerful Thoughts From a Monkey
October 17, 2003
Monkey uses brain power alone to move robotic arm.

Saying No to Regulations Could Be a Mouthful
October 15, 2003
One Washington group, comprised predominantly of business owners with an anti-ergonomics regulation agenda, is hoping to convince the voting public to vote against the state’s ergonomics rule.

HFES Builds Awareness Through National Ergonomics Month
October 13, 2003
National Ergonomics Month celebrates ergonomics and human factors throughout October.

How To Drag Your Sheep Ergonomically
October 10, 2003
Ig Nobels grant award for ergonomic advancements in sheep dragging. Really.