Excessive use of a smartphone (and similarly a tablet, magazine, and book) could produce considerable stress on the cervical spine and therefore cause neck pain. Findings from multiple studies have […]
Modern day keying and typing: Using best practices of the past to improve posture and prevent injury
In 1946 Stella Pajunas set the world typing record on an electric typewriter at 216 words per minute (wpm), and in 1959, Carole Bechen established the manual typewriter record at […]
Smartwatch Ergonomics and Other Safety Concerns
The launch of the Apple watch garnered much press and interest, but smartwatches, including those made by Asus, LG, Microsoft, Motorola, Pebble, Samsung, Sony, and others bring a new set […]
Tablet Use and Neck Muscles
Recent research at Washington State University identified a greater incidence of neck muscle strain while using a tablet compared to sitting with the head in a neutral position. Participants were […]
Walking Three Days a Week – Super Gains in Health and Happiness
Recently, researchers at the University of Birmingham and other universities recruited sedentary office workers advising them that they would be participating in a study by walking 30 minutes during their […]
6 Months of Endurance Training can Reverse 30 Years of Aging
My Dad owned a 1966 Dodge Charger with a 426 Hemi. As a child, I remember fondly being “pinned” to the back seat during hard acceleration. And for safety, my […]
Healthy Ergonomics for Touch-screen Tablets and Smartphones
In a study by Harvard School of Public Health, experienced tablet users completed a series of tasks using two types of touch-screen tablets. Each had a case that with adjustments […]
Global Ergonomics Month: Are you ERGOhealthy?
With the recent celebration of Global Ergonomics Month, here are some reminder tips for things you can do to remain ERGOhealthy: Integrate walking as part of your fitness […]
Walking: the Workout of a Lifetime
There are lot of ways people exercise today – whether it’s swimming, hiking, biking, martial arts, running, gardening, aerobics & other classes, yoga, weightlifting, and numerous sporting activities. Given the […]
Tips for Musicians, Golfers, Quilters, and…
This month’s tip comes from Kate Montgomery, an ERGOhealthy Coach and author. She shares with us her insights for various professions, hobbies, and sports: No matter what your occupation, sport […]
