Ergonomic Workstations Offer Better Focus, Overall Wellness
Long hours staring at the computer can take a toll on your body. When the consequences of poor posture (i.e. headaches, back pain, knee pain, stomach pain or eyestrain) rear their ugly head, it is time to take drastic measures.
Some of our employees are not waiting for the effects to appear. We have interviewed a few of them and they have taken advantage of new products that help them improve their overall well-being and quality of their work. Taking a more proactive approach, they are giving their workspace a makeover by setting up an ergonomic workstation.
Stephanie Carver – ReceptionistWhat tools have you implemented to make your workstation ergonomically friendly?
“I have implemented an adjustable and elevated desk, with a head piece for posture purposes.”
How often do you stand during the day?
“While at my desk, I stand 1/2-3/4 of the day.”
What would you consider are the benefits of having an ergonomic workspace?
“I got the stand up workstation because of terrible neck, shoulder, and back pain, which could have been part of the cause of some severe headaches I was having. I got the earpiece for the same reason; leaning to answer the phone was not good for my neck and shoulders. Now, I can be more mobile around the lobby area with the earpiece. Also, standing burns more calories than sitting so I feel healthier and ready to fit into that wedding dress I ordered!”
Adrianna Melchior – Architectural Department Head
What tools have you implemented to make your workstation ergonomically friendly?
“I added a yoga ball and replaced my standard desk with a standing desk, and it was a great decision.”
How often do you stand during the day?
“Most days, I stand 90% of the day.”
What would you consider are the benefits of having an ergonomic workspace?
“I feel more energetic, have better posture, and generally feel fit now. Highly recommend.”
Michael MacDonald – Vice President/Partner
What tools have you implemented to make your workstation ergonomically friendly?
“I now use a Varidesk tabletop unit.”
How often do you stand during the day?
“On an average day, I stand for two hours.”
What would you consider are the benefits of having an ergonomic workspace?
“In addition to standing for a period of the day, the taller monitor height is at eye level while sitting and it prevents me from slouching over my desk, so my posture is improved.”
Bradley Shepler – Associate
What tools have you implemented to make your workstation ergonomically friendly?
“I have elevated my entire workspace to accommodate my height and posture.”
What would you consider are the benefits of having an ergonomic workspace?
“Since I have updated my workspace, I am more comfortable and have increased under table storage.”
Emily Ause – Graduate Engineer
What tools have you implemented to make your workstation ergonomically friendly?
“I use a yoga ball and elevated desk.”
How often do you stand during the day?
“I stand between six to eight hours a day.”
What would you consider are the benefits of having an ergonomic workspace?
“Since I have implemented an ergonomic workspace, I do not get as sleepy during the day. I feel that I have better posture, my body feels more nimble and less stiff as it used to and my back and shoulder pains are gone.”
The most important component of having an ergonomic workstation is creating a healthy and comfortable workspace. Our employees have taken the advice that prevention is the best medicine and it has had fantastic results on their health.
