Benefits
Enhance patient care and safety.
Reduce injury rates among healthcare workers.
Improve the efficiency of healthcare delivery.
Key Areas of Focus
Patient Handling and Mobility
Design and implementation of safe patient handling protocols and equipment to prevent injuries to healthcare workers and patients.
Healthcare Workstation Design
Optimizing medical workstation design to support the ergonomic needs of healthcare professionals.
Medical Device Usability
Evaluation and improvement of the usability of medical devices to ensure they are safe and effective.
Ergonomics Training for Healthcare
Provision of training on ergonomic best practices in clinical settings.
Accessibility Design
Ensuring designs are inclusive and accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.
Force and Repetition Analysis
Measurement of forces and repetitions of common clinical tasks.