Ergonomics Site
	Marji Hajic BellaOnline's Ergonomics Editor

Adult Learning Theory and Relevance in Ergonomic Training Programs
Ergonomic training programs that use adult learning theory for prevention and management of workplace injury tend to be effective in obtaining ergonomic objectives.

Belly of the Muscle
Belly of the Muscle - definition

Chronic Pain Conditions
Chronic pain affects millions of people. It can be very hard to diagnose and live with, because it does not seem to have a cause.

Defining Ergonomics
Glossary definitions for the word ergonomics from several human factors and ergonomic experts.

Definition of a Joint
For those of us who want to know more about how our bodies move, what is a joint?

Defintion of range of motion, or ROM
Defintion of range of motion, or ROM.

Flexibility
Flexibility is important to physical health because it provides the body with room to move. A definition of flexibility includes an understanding of range of motion, stretching and physical fitness.

Glossary Definitions of Ergonomics
Ergonomics is about designing work space to fit the human. The term ergonomics, itself, can be defined to fit human ears.

Neuroplasticity
Recent research has shown that the brain reforms connections between nerve cells after an injury. This phenonomen is called neuroplasticity and is often the cause of debilitating chronic pain conditions.

Parasthesia
Parasthesia, or pins and needles, can occur with such conditions as carpal tunnel syndrome.

Phalanges
Phalanges - definition

Radial Deviation
Radial Deviation - Defintion

Targeting Content for Ergonomic Training Programs
Designing an effective ergonomic training program requires a site analysis along with the establishment of specific objectives for the indivudal workplace.

Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis (sometimes called De Quervain's disease) is significant because it causes carpal tunnel syndrome. The definition, other causes and common treatments for this condition are worth reviewing.

Ulnar Deviation
Ulnar Deviation