When Talking Is Easier Than Typing: Understanding Dragon in the Workplace
When Talking Is Easier Than Typing: Understanding Dragon in the Workplace By Jonathan Wijnen In many workplaces, typing is a core part of the working day. Emails, reports, notes, and forms mean hours spent at a keyboard. But when typing becomes uncomfortable, fatiguing, or difficult to sustain, it can negatively affect productivity, comfort, and wellbeing. Speech recognition software […]
Why Fresh Perspectives Matter in Ergonomics – Even at Home
Why Fresh Perspectives Matter in Ergonomics – Even at Home by Joanne Allpress When I moved house recently, I was excited to create a comfortable space for my home office. As an ergonomist, I knew exactly what I should do: ensure adequate lighting with suitable window coverings, make sure my sit-stand desk could rise to my standing elbow height, position my […]
Beyond the Chair: Why January Discomfort Isn’t Always a Workstation Problem
Beyond the Chair: Why January Discomfort Isn’t Always a Workstation Problem By: Nichola Adams We are heading towards the end of January, and we’re already getting familiar messages from our clients’ employees:“I’ve been back less than four weeks and my back is killing me”“Everything aches and I can’t focus” As ergonomists, we understand the first […]
Body doubling at work: why it consistently outperforms other ADHD strategies
Body doubling at work: why it consistently outperforms other ADHD strategies Despite the abundance of productivity apps, planners and techniques available, one strategy keeps quietly rising to the top in ADHD workplaces: Body doubling. In a large international reader survey conducted by ADDitude Magazine in 2025, adults with ADHD rated body doubling as the most […]
Endometriosis At Work
Endometriosis at work Endometriosis is a long-term health condition where the tissue that lines the womb grows in other areas of the body, mostly affecting pelvic organs such as the ovaries, the bowel and the lower digestive tract. It affects around 1 in 10 women, making it one of the most common gynaecological conditions in […]
Ankylosing Spondylitis At Work
Ankylosing Spondylitis Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine and the joints between the spine and the pelvis. A rare condition, with UK prevalence estimated to be around 0.3%, the onset of ankylosing spondylitis peaks from ages 20-30, with only 5% of those affected experiencing the onset of their symptoms after […]
An Ergonomist’s Guide to Eliminating Neck Pain
An Ergonomist’s guide to eliminating neck pain Neck pain is more prevalent among office workers than in any other occupation. While the pain is usually temporary, there are lots of simple tips and tricks that you can try to stop your neck pain from getting worse, or even stop it from appearing altogether! Pain in […]
ADHD Work Problems
ADHD in the Workplace: Common Problems and Ergonomic Solutions Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of people worldwide. Many adults with ADHD face unique challenges in the workplace, where the demands of focus, organisation, and time management can feel overwhelming. For employees with ADHD, these challenges can hinder productivity and job satisfaction, leading to […]
ADHD Remote Work Accommodation
ADHD and Remote Work: How Employers Can Provide Effective Accommodations With the rise of remote working, many people have found that the flexibility and independence it offers can lead to increased productivity and a better work-life balance. However, for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), remote work comes with unique challenges. ADHD symptoms, such […]
ADHD job interview adjustments
ADHD and Job Interviews: Adjustments to Support Neurodivergent Candidates Job interviews can be a nerve-wracking experience for anyone, but for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), they can present additional challenges. Difficulty maintaining focus, managing nerves, or processing questions quickly are just a few obstacles that can make the traditional interview process difficult for […]
ADHD and Working in an Office
ADHD and Working in an Office: Ergonomic Solutions for Enhanced Focus and Comfort Navigating the demands of a traditional office environment and the impact of ADHD in traditional office settings can be especially challenging for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The noise, distractions, and rigid structure can make it difficult to maintain focus […]
ADHD At Work Tips
ADHD at Work: Practical Tips for Success and Comfort Navigating a traditional work environment can be challenging for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Distractions, time management difficulties, and the need for movement are just a few of the obstacles that people with ADHD can face on a daily basis in the workplace. However, […]