Occupational Safety & Health

	Occupational Safety & Health - Ergonomics

	Ergonomics is a multi-disciplinary science which emphasizes the importance of designing workstations (i.e. office furniture or industrial work areas and equipment) to fit the individual worker. The objective is to "design out" as many ergonomic hazards as possible in an effort to reduce cumulative trauma disorders. The following fact sheets are available on this page: Back Injuries Ergonomics	A properly arranged workstation can prevent injuries.

	Information
	Test your Spine Q. What is in Your Back? Low Back Pain A Modern Epidemic Having a Healthy Back Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Preventing Repetitive Motion Problems Vendors for Ergonomic Products Statistics on ergonomic hazards Laptop Ergonomics

	Stretches and Exercises
	Back Exercises making your back work for you. Computer & Desk Stretches Exercises for the Desk-bound Neck Exercises Sitting Back back fitness for people who sit.

	Tips to avoid injury
	Back at Your Desk How to move in your chair Back at Your Desk Reducing the stress of sitting Lifting Basics

	Related Sites
	Cornell University Ergonomics Web Computer Related Repetitive Strain Injury OSHA's Ergonomics web site Typing Injury FAQs Kid's Health: Computer-Related Repetitive Stress Injuries

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