So you’ve heard the term Repetitive Strain Injury, also commonly referred to as RSI or cumulative trauma disorder (CTD), but what does this really mean? A repetitive strain injury is…

We all have one thing in common: we were not designed to sit continuously for long periods of time. So, what can be done about this, while still being able…

It’s exciting times for EWI Works as we move full steam ahead, utilizing technology to deliver reliable, evidence based ergonomic interventions. Since the launch of our Office Ergonomics phone app,…

Background: Many of the more successful injury prevention programs at workplaces apply an integrative approach. Part of this integrative approach can involve the promotion of physical activity/fitness programs to reduce…

Discomfort in the upper limb is commonly aggravated by prolonged use of a mouse. This has led to a proliferation of mouse designs that each has various “ergonomic” features. Contoured…

Working for EWI Works, I’ve had the fortunate opportunity to trial various products, from chairs to keyboards. The one office product that I always had trouble finding “the perfect fit”…

The Cafe Scientifique session presenting Participatory Ergonomics was a great success. All the panel speakers provided a nice variety to their approach and involvement in PE and there were some…

Are soft tissue injuries a concern in your workplace? Tap in to the knowledge of experts in this informative discussion and bring the strategies learned back to your Health and…

In today’s blog feature, we follow-up the review of the Logitech® wireless touchpad with a review of a vertical mouse. There are several vertical mice available on the market, but…

  Heavy use of input devices such as mice have been associated with static postures, awkward postures, excessive gripping and repetitive finger movements, which may lead to discomfort or musculoskeletal…