It’s no secret that sitting in the same position all day, staring at a computer screen, typing and clicking, can have detrimental effects on your body. Adjustable workstations allow people to change things up by alternating standing with sitting. Designnews.com posted an article, revealing the results of studies conducted on workers comparing stationary desks to…
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 8 FAQ
In an article NatSpeak 8 FAQ’s, columnist David Pogue answers some frequently asked questions related to the newest version of Dragon NaturallySpeaking. Apparently, there’s also a NaturallySpeaking 8 review that he wrote online at the New York Times, but I make a habit of not subscribing to pages that require subscriptions. I got to the…
Home Office Basics
As more of us are working from home either full or part time, we need to think about setting up our home offices with comfort and ergonomics in mind. Everything from keyboard and mouse to chair and lighting should be considered. This is one area where you don’t want to skimp, especially if you spend…
iListen: Voice Recognition for the Mac
I’m not a Mac user, but I’m sure there are those out there who are curious what sort of voice recognition software is available for the Mac. iListen, a recently updated Mac-only voice recognition software application, is available for between $100-$150. iListen looks like it’s basically the Mac version of Dragon NaturallySpeaking. It also has…
Fighting Monitor Glare
Monitor glare can lead to headaches and can also adversely effect your posture since you may need to lean closer to the screen or off to the side in order to see well. Bad posture can lead to problems with RSI and other computer-related maladies (see, your mother was right). Some obvious ways to fight…
Adjustable Workstations Better for Computer Users?
According to a new article, Comfort Means Productivity For Office Workers, up at Ergoweb, a few simple things can make workers more comfortable in their environment and more productive. (For example, fewer typing errors and faster wpms in rooms at 77 degrees vs. 68 degrees. Temperature and height adjustable workstations were mentioned as simple ways…
Exercise!
In my two-odd years dealing with RSI, one of the things I’ve noticed is that taking a break and getting some extra oxygen into my body often makes sore hands feel better, at least for a while. I’m sure it’s no secret that exercise is good for you, and you should be working out 30…
Solutions for Low Back Injuries & Other Discussions
Applied Ergonomics is a site with same good discussions on issues such as reducing back injuries, establishing good ergonomics in the work place, and showing the benefits of ergonomics. They have posted notes from their previous discussions and invite people to join their mailing list to join in. Some of the notes… Case Studies /…
Ergonomic Chairs and Desks and Keyboards, Oh My.
Is it just me, or is “ergonomic” the official new marketing word to apply to all products these days, regardless of whether or not ergonomics has anything to do with their design? Computer/office tools like chairs and workstations seem to be obvious choices, but mops, brooms, and even babystrollers are being advertised as ergonomic any…
Ergonomic Input Devices: Pens, Keyboards, Frogpad, etc.
Looking for ergonomic keyboards or other input devices that won’t break the bank? An article in Popular Science takes a brief look at 5 options: the Wacom Intuos3 Pen, the VKB Virtual Keyboard, the Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop keyboard, the Logitech Cordless Desktop LX 501 Keyboard, and the FrogPad. According to the article, Key Differences,…
Work from Home? Think Ergonomics.
Got aches and pains? Work from home? Your home office maybe the culprit. A recent article from Ergoweb has some ergonomics tips for those who work from home, suggestions regarding chairs, desks, light, workspace, and work habits. For those who fashioned their home office from any old furniture line around the house, it’s a good…
Free Shipping on Ergonomic Chairs
Just a little FYI, Office Designs was offering free shipping on their ergonomic office chairs when I popped in today. Not sure if that is a permanent policy or just a temporary sale, but if you’re in the market, you can get a pretty good deal buying over the Internet. When I bought my Herman…