Ergonomics

Ergonomics is the study of how people fit in their work environment.

Why is Ergonomics Important?

Ergonomic improvements are specific to the worker and their demands upon their body. The ergonomic demands of an office worker vary significantly from a manual job such as a labourer. An employee may be fit or physically capable for one occupation and not another. We are all different shapes and sizes and our workplace setup and practices can vary on an individual basis.  This is where an ergonomic assessment for the individual worker is important.

Office ergonomics don’t necessarily need to involve expensive ergonomic chairs, mouse, workstation products, tools or desks. Ergonomics in the office can usually combine an ergonomic assessment and setup along with helpful preventative ergonomic advice. 

It is often not what we are sitting upon or standing at, but rather how we hold our body or perform the tasks that cause workplace injury.

Advice about correct trunk posture can improve your spine, head and neck alignment that results in a less fatigue when sitting at a desk for prolonged periods of time. Often a simple product will assist or remind you how to position yourself in your work or home environment.

Your workstation should be set up to cause the least amount of stress on your body. Prolonged hours of poor posture or repetitive work habits, often in a stressful environment can result in significant overuse injury.

Contact Revive Physiotherapy

Are you looking for a physiotherapist that can provide an ergonomic assessment and prevent pain or injury? Call (08) 9300 0841 to speak with our team today.