Who is at risk?

Though Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are not only experienced by people working with computers, this group certainly exhibits the greatest prevalence due to the massive rise in computer use over the past 20 years.

Workstation Injuries affect many groups of working people in a wide variety of occupations, including;

  • Computer operators
  • Laboratory technicians
  • Musicians
  • Those in the construction industry and factory workers

But their both preventable and treatable. To find out how to click here.

Back pain is the No 2 reason (after colds and flu) for work absence - and the No 1 cause you can do something about! *

Although most office workers say that ergonomic issues are important to them (75%), only 20% have ever complained to their manager and asked for a better desk, chair, phone or screen, despite the high incidence of health issues. **

* CBI (Confederation of British Industry)
** www.viewsoniceurope.com