Why We Should Worry About WFH & How To Expand Staff Support
The launch into a work from home (WFH) world has demonstrated advantages for employers and employees. However, new research and my professional experience show the WFH shift has been accompanied by growing aches, pain and musculoskeletal discomfort, even with the...
Why you should exercise at work
Wellness at work is no longer just a talking point. It’s imperative to the health of both employees and the bottom line. For businesses, a culture that focusses on wellness training that works, and ergonomics to reduce pain, the pay-off is increased productivity and...
Frontline Leaders Coaching Skills
A great tip for Frontline Leaders I am often asked – How can I help my team? We all know high rates of absenteeism are a concern. The reasons vary, but one factor rarely recognised are the levels of discomfort experienced by consultants. Prof Alan Hedge from Cornell...
Question Ergo Training
Position Paper Why we question the benefits of office ergonomics This paper argues that the doubts regarding the benefits of office ergonomics have arisen due to the unrealised gap between research and the development of training that successfully translates that...
How to Stop Headaches from Computer Screens – Easy Fixes
How to Stop Headaches from Computer Screens – Quick Fixes for Relief Spending long hours in front of a screen? Headaches, eye strain, and muscle tension could be the cause. Learn quick, effective ways to adjust your setup and reduce discomfort. Why...
A Frightening Trend
There is a frightening trend among my clients. It reveals cracks in our current WHS and wellness programs. While we think employees in their 20’s as the least likely to get soft tissue injuries (tendonitis, chapel tunnel), these are exactly the group that...
Index Finger Pain? Prevent Tendonitis & Avoid Chronic Damage
Are You Feeling Index Finger Pain? If you use computers and screens a lot, you will also know the feeling of an achy, tired index finger from frequent scrolling, swiping and mouse clicking. Take care! Something as small as a index finger pain can seriously...
The Challenge – Notebooks!
Every office has a range of commonly used work tools that challenge even the best office ergonomic checklist. Notebooks and the need to write and refer to notes is one such challenge. A Problem Causing Pain Notebooks are commonly placed to the...