The position of the monitor can have an impact on your comfort while working on a computer. If you are experiencing neck, shoulder or back pain, or if you have eye strain or tension headaches, the following tips may help relieve computer-related discomfort.

Although technically not an ergonomic issue, emergency preparedness can be a health and safety issue. In lieu of all of the recent events attributed to global warming, I am going to deviate from our normal ergonomic channel and provide tips and information on preparing for a local emergency.

80% of us will likely experience low back pain at some point during our lives. 50% of workers report back pain at any given time. Here are some tips for avoiding back pain while using the computer or sitting at a desk.

The following recommendations make my top ten list for avoiding carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis and other computer-related strains and pains.

For those with an interest in ergonomics and the prevention of traumatic and repetitive injuries, June is the month to celebrate injury prevention. The American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) is sponsoring Hand Therapy Awareness and Injury Prevention Week from June 9-13, 2008.

What exactly is carpal tunnel syndrome? The definition, description, and symptoms are outlined in this article.

The wrist rest is probably the most widely used and misunderstood piece of ergonomic equipment available. Find out the proper use and function and learn how to avoid potential typing injuries.

Most of us spend as much time, if not more, using the mouse as compared to the keyboard. Proper positioning of the mouse will help you avoid awkward postures and muscle strain and fatigue. Here are a few mousing tips and descriptions of alternative mousing platforms to help with positioning.

A review of a few alternatives to the traditional, under-the-desk keyboard holders.

Certified Aging in Place Specialists and product designers are developing ergonomically designed homes and appliances that will allow the 78 million aging U.S. baby boomers to �age in place� (live independently in their own homes for longer periods of time)