There are so many products labeled ergonomic; why is that? There are so many products but none have really taken off. Why is that? People sitting on balls as their main chair is newsworthy; why is that? The answer to … Continue reading
Ergonomics Resources: Ergonomics at Home
Ergonomic Products for Home and Garden
I write a lot about ergonomics in the office…but what about at home, in the kitchen, around the house, or in the garden? Just because you’re not sitting at a computer anymore doesn’t mean another ergonomic nightmare isn’t lurking just … Continue reading
Remote Control, How Did We Live Without You?
A while back I was complaining about remote controls because of lack of standard design and poor usability. Although I still feel my compaints are valid, Bill DeRouchey’s post on History of the Button saluting the inventor of the remote … Continue reading
Taxes and Filing Made Easy
Last weekend I attempted to do my taxes. Even with TurboTax, it was an absolute nightmare going through my poorly organized files of receipts, payment stubs, medical bills, tuition and loan papers, and investment confirmations. There were some things I … Continue reading
Micro Compact Home: Can We Live in a Box?
A team of researchers and designers based in London and at the Technical University in Munich developed the Micro Compact Home as an answer to an increasing demand for short stay living for students, business people, sports and leisure use … Continue reading
Bathroom Ergonomics: Everything You Never Wanted to Know
I came across this book review of The Bathroom at Humanics Ergonomics and just had to share it. excerpts: A professor of architecture at Cornell University, Alexander Kira first published his authoritative book on the loo — The Bathroom — … Continue reading
ErgoQuest and Nethrone Change How We Use Computers
The $4,000 Ergoquest workstation from Office Organix supports up to 400 pounds and comes with motorized legs and tilt platforms, allowing you to work standing up, in a recliner, or even in bed. Some commenters on Gizmodo said about the … Continue reading
Sore Neck? Try a New Pillow
Recently I have woken up every day with an incredibly sore neck. Since I usually sleep the same way, I was wondering if my pillow was the problem. Spine-health.com explains how sleeping position and the right pillow can alleviate sore … Continue reading
Ergonomic Nightmare of the Week: Can Openers
Have you ever tried to use someone else’s can opener? Maybe it’s just me, but it seems like every can opener design is a little bit different, and getting that interlocking gear blade thingy to line up just right is … Continue reading
Ergonomic Nightmare of the Week: Christmas
Christmas is a time of togetherness and giving and joy and all that good stuff. But Christmas time can also be an ergonomic nightmare. Think about it: Christmas travel (crowds, lost baggage, lines, uncomfortable seating, stress) Bending down to cut … Continue reading