Category Archives: Ergonomics

Ergonomics: Other Ergonomics Resources for Physicians

Dalhousie University – EH&S Ergonomics ProgramDescription: Dalhousie’s Environmental Health & Safety Office offers ergonomic assessments and training for faculty and staff. Their educational video series, featuring the Dal Tiger, demonstrates proper office chair and workstation setup to reduce strain and prevent injury.Link: http://www.dal.ca/dept/safety/programs-services/occupational-safety/ergonomics.html Correct Sitting Posture: Office – Physio MedDescription: This highly visual guide offers […]

Ergonomics: Ophthalmology Educational Series

Title: COS Ergonomics for the Ophthalmologist VideosDescription: Explore presentations, handouts, and video recordings from the 2017 COS Annual Meeting focused on preventing musculoskeletal injury in ophthalmology. Topics include body mechanics, the prevalence of MSK disorders, and the development of ergonomic education modules. This resource features insights from clinicians and experts including Drs. Brissette, Diaconita, Ratzlaff, […]

Ergonomics: Podcasts & Videos

Ergonomics for Ophthalmologists at Home and in PracticePodcast: Audio Digest Release Date: September 21, 2024 Duration: 31 min 34 sec Episode Description: In this episode, Dr. Martin Wand explores practical ergonomic strategies for ophthalmologists, emphasizing proper posture in both clinical and surgical settings, and highlighting the health risks of prolonged sitting. Link: https://www.audio-digest.org/Courses/Ergonomics-for-Ophthalmologists-at-Home-and-in-Practice/3594 Video: ASCRS […]

Ergonomics: Magazine Articles

Title: Ergonomics SimplifiedAuthor: Camille V. Palma, MDPublisher: EyeNet MagazineDate: March 2023Link: https://www.aao.org/eyenet/article/ergonomics-simplified Title: Ergonomics in Ophthalmology a Lifelong ProjectAuthors: Alex Young, featuring Nicole Bajic, MDPublisher: Healio – Ocular Surgery NewsDate: December 2022Link: https://www.healio.com/news/ophthalmology/20221220/ergonomics-in-ophthalmology-a-lifelong-project Title: The Importance of Ergonomics in the Clinic and ORAuthors: Ellen Stodola, Editorial Co-DirectorPublisher: EyeWorldDate: December 2022Link: https://www.eyeworld.org/2022/ergonomics-in-the-clinic-and-or/ Title: Ergonomics: Care for […]

Ergonomics: Journal Articles & Editorials