The best posture is the next posture… or is it?
by Joanne Allpress – Senior Ergonomics Consultant If you’ve ever looked into ergonomics or musculoskeletal health, you’ve probably come across the phrase: “The best posture is the next posture.” It’s a message that has become increasingly popular, particularly amongst healthcare professionals specialising in musculoskeletal health, and for good reason. The idea is simple: our bodies are designed to move, and staying in one […]
The Ghost at the Desk: Britain’s Presenteeism Crisis and What We Can Actually Do About It..
By Eilidh Stewart-Barritt, COO Inspired Ergonomics Every day, millions of people drag themselves to work, physically present but mentally somewhere between their bed and a GP waiting room. Whether you run a five-person accountancy firm in Sheffield, manage a hospice in Hertfordshire, or lead a team of 5,000 in a Whitehall department, the cost of […]
Ergonomics for Neurodivergents: Could the future of inclusive work start with human factors science?
Blog written by Eilidh – Ergonomics for Neurodivergents: Could the future of inclusive work start with human factors science? It’s Neurodiversity Celebration week, and I have been thinking a lot about the challenges currently faced in the workplace by neurodivergent people and the organisations they work for, not least because professionally, it is my […]
“When I Grow Up, I Want to Be an Ergonomist!”
You won’t hear many children say that! As a child, Nichola certainly didn’t have it in her head to follow an ambition to be doing what she does now. It is going to become increasingly important however, that we inspire the next generation to step into the dynamic world of human factors. We have an […]
How Poor Posture Has Contributed To The Sickness Absence Surge
Over the past couple of years, hybrid working has become a prominent feature of our professional lives. With the advent of technology and the COVID-19 pandemic acting as a catalyst, the number of individuals working from home has surged. This paradigm shift has not only transformed our work environments but has also had a notable […]