Ergo at home

27 Jun, 14

29 ways to an “ergonomic” vacation

If we can loosely define “ergonomic” as “comfortable, safe, pleasant, high quality, and productive”, then these tips should legitimately improve your next vacation, ergonomically! Assuming your vacation starts in your vehicle: If possible, optimise seat height so you can see well, and adjust suspension to minimise shock and vibration Optimise seat fore-aft seat position so […]
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09 May, 14

Ergo on the golf course

Warmer weather means golf season is finally here! Whether you pick up a bucket at the driving range, or opt for the full 18-holes, golf is a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Here are a few “ergo thoughts” regarding this sport. Golf apparel has changed greatly over the years. (See Global Golf’s website for a brief […]
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24 Feb, 14

The screen vs. paper stand-off

Does your brain prefer paper? In our office, we’ve discovered a “gender gap”. Karen and Carrie prefer to print documents and edit with pen on paper. We find this practice more comfortable, and faster. However, the younger generation prefers to read documents on the screen, and track changes electronically.  I have an e-reader, which I […]
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10 Jun, 13

Touchscreen PCs

With new technology presented to us on almost a daily basis, it can sometimes feel overwhelming to keep up. We’ve evolved from the days of dial-up internet and brick-sized cell phones to our current hi-speed tablet and sleek smartphone world. There’s a shortcut and app for just about everything. The way we interact with our […]
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22 May, 13

Garden, biomechanically!

April showers bring May flowers! Many of us will be out in our gardens this month, digging, raking, hoeing, mowing, seeding, planting, fertilizing, watering, weeding, trimming, and pruning. Whew – sounds like a lot of work! Gardening is an enjoyable way to be outdoors, but the demands involve: awkward postures (bent backs, crouching, squatting) high […]
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