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Low back pain: causes, risk factors and solutions
Low back pain is a common problem that affects both young and old. This concerns pain in the lumbar region of the back, which can vary from acute back problems...
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What is 'Sick Building Syndrome'?
Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) is a term used to describe a range of health complaints associated with staying in a particular building. People who work or live in a 'sick'...
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Ergonomics glossary
In this blog article you will find a handy glossary of frequently used terms in Ergonomics. It is a useful reference work to quickly gain insight into the most important...
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Alternating sitting and standing: the health effects
Flanders Did you know that Flemish white-collar workers sit still for an average of 5.5 hours on a working day? A worrying figure, because sitting still for too long entails...
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Everything about Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
RSI has existed for centuries and was noticed as early as the Middle Ages, as shown by the studies of the Italian doctor Ramazinni. However, in modern times, the number...
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Tennis elbow? Opt for an ergonomic mouse.
In recent years, the mouse has surpassed the keyboard in popularity for office work. Research shows that we spend between 30% and 70% of our computer time on "mice". Despite...
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How healthy is your building?
A building that is healthy encourages employees to work in an efficient and healthy way. An important part of this is movement. The goal is to reduce sedentary behavior and...
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Breathe efficiently to prevent pain in the shoulders and neck
Many people who spend a lot of time in front of a screen often sit on the edge of their seat, with their torso and head bent forward as if...
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Ergonomic benefits of a saddle seat
Have you ever heard of a saddle seat? This office chair has many ergonomic advantages. We are happy to give you more information about what exactly a saddle seat is,...