Comments on: Audit Your Computer Workstation!

By: Jim@Keyboard Trays

Jim@Keyboard Trays — Thu, 21 May 2009 00:16:13 +0000

I agree with Wendy and Alex, but there are so many input devices to choose from that it is easy to get confused. Do some research before buying a new keyboard or mouse and look up reviews and ratings from different sources, you’ll have a better chance that way of finding the right one for you the first time.

By: Wendy Gibbons@Ergonomic Keyboards

Wendy Gibbons@Ergonomic Keyboards — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:06:59 +0000

I’d say that ergonomic keyboards are in the top 3 most popular upgrades also. Almost everybody has at least seen an ergonomic keyboard and knows what it looks like. Not everyone has seen an ergonomic mouse or keyboard tray so getting the keyboard first is sometimes more common.

By: Alex Reid@Keyboard Tray

Alex Reid@Keyboard Tray — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 15:30:18 +0000

I’ve spent some time in the ergonomics business and can tell you that the most popular ergonomic input device people usually start with is a mouse. It’s relatively inexpensive and provides the most bang for your buck. Right behind the ergonomic mouse is adjustable keyboard trays in terms of popularity. These allow you to adjust your keyboard and mouse into virtually any position.

By: Steve Lott@ERGONOMIC CHAIRS

Steve Lott@ERGONOMIC CHAIRS — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:10:23 +0000

I too have become frustrated with the pains and strains that start to appear after daily computer use. Who knew computers could be so dangerous. Anyhow there are various ergonomic products available on the market that attempt to help you position yourself in the proper posture when sitting, typing, mousing and anything you do at the computer. Not all products really provide a benefit though so make sure you do your research first.

By: Ergonomics Posture

Ergonomics Posture — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:41:41 +0000

When working in front of a computer, pursue an ergonomics posture – allow 2″ between the front edge of your chair and the back of your knees, keep your knees at a 90-120 degree angle, and think about buying an footrest which is angled to further increase your comfort.

By: Fitz

Fitz — Thu, 25 May 2006 20:50:07 +0000

Rob, excellent points. Prevention is the best medicine. I hope more companies like yours are taking more of a proactive look at this growing epidemic.

Chana, I have been pretty busy… thanks for noticing :)

Erik, much appreciated! Looking forward to seeing your portfolio.

By: Erik Olsen

Erik Olsen — Mon, 22 May 2006 18:02:43 +0000

Hey I love your work & your blog Brad! Great information! I totally feel your pain about working on a computer all day… Best, erik

By: Chana

Chana — Thu, 18 May 2006 05:37:30 +0000

well i hope you are well and just haven’t been blogging because you are terribly busy with an amazing project…

By: rob

rob — Sun, 23 Apr 2006 01:13:38 +0000

My work is really good when it comes to getting us new desks and other things to help our working pains. I am at the computer all day, and we get about 1/2 each day beyond our regular breaks just for extra ‘computer breaks’. So, we can go for a walk, stretch, or choose to sit at the computer if we want. It also helps that it is unionized too.

I think all companies should help employees to be pain free, inspite of the cost. I know a lot of people who work elsewhere where simple gel pads are not provided for wrists, and the chairs are falling apart. They eventually end up suing. Why not correct it now?

By: Chana

Chana — Fri, 07 Apr 2006 22:47:33 +0000

Thanks for the good tips. I’ll pass them on to my sis, she’s having a hard time with her wrist and neck…thanks