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 Changing Pace of Work (Part 1): How task analysis has evolved
by Joanne Allpress – Senior Ergonomics Consultant When people think of a DSE assessment, they often think about chairs, desks, screens, and posture. However, one of the most important aspects of any ergonomics assessment is understanding the task itself. In fact, one of the things I find myself explaining most often during assessments is that I […]
“Homeworker Chair” Explained: What It Really Means (and Should You Use One in the Office?)
Blog written by Joanne Allpress, Senior Ergonomics Consultant A “homeworker chair” isn’t just a post-COVID trend, it’s a practical, cost-effective type of task chair that became far more visible during the rise of remote work. Designed to balance affordability, comfort (and often home-friendly aesthetics), these chairs also meet strict UK fire safety standards typically using CMHR […]
Wrist Pain and DSE: Is a Vertical Mouse Always the Answer?
By Joanne Allpress – Wrist Pain and DSE: Is a Vertical Mouse Always the Answer? This is a topic we’ve been discussing more frequently lately, so we thought it would be helpful to pull together some guidance and share it in this week’s article. “An employee has reported wrist pain on their DSE self-assessment — […]
Comorbidity in the Workplace: Why Biopsychosocial Perspective Matters
Comorbidity in the Workplace: Why Biopsychosocial Perspective Matters By Eilidh Stewart-Barritt The Biopsychosocial Model at Work The Biopsychosocial (BPS) model, originally proposed by George Engel M.D 1977, formulated that health and functioning arise from the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors. Still referred to today and applied in a variety of modalities, Ergonomists and Human Factor specialists use this model in occupational contexts to examine, interpret and provide solutions in how […]
Boost Your Workforce with Ergonomics: Enhancing Engagement and Performance!
Employee engagement lies at the heart of organisational success, and at Inspired Ergonomics, we recognise the relationship that ergonomics plays in nurturing this engagement. By prioritising ergonomic solutions, we not only improve employee well-being but also drive productivity and loyalty within the workforce. Numerous scholarly studies underscore the profound impact of ergonomics on employee engagement […]
On a Need to Know Basis: Overcoming Wellbeing Issues in the Workplace
As professionals dedicated to helping organisations create healthier work environments, it’s crucial to acknowledge that human factors encompasses far more than just the physical setup of a workstation. While optimising desk arrangements, chair selections, and mouse usage is undoubtedly important, it only scratches the surface of an individual’s daily experiences. Consider this: We can’t truly […]
Organisational Obstacles And The Impact On Well-Being Initiatives
How do you feel at the end of the working week? If your answer resonates with feelings of exhaustion, stress, or overwhelm, you’re not alone. According to a recent report by Deloitte, “Workplace well-being is in decline”, with a staggering number of employees reporting feelings of fatigue, stress, and other negative emotions. – Source https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/06/workplace-well-being-declining-health/ […]