Usernomics Expands Popular Ergonomics and Human Factors Website to Include a Directory of Professional Ergonomics

Website recommendations will prevent people from being misled by psychobabble associated with the popularity of ergonomics permeating the business community in the U.S. in many business sectors in the U.S.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) September 13, 2004 -- Usernomics announced an expansion of its popular ergonomics website (http://www.usernomics.com/workplace-ergonomics.html). Ergonomics has become a highly visible and popular concern in the U.S. Now users will be able to get professional ergonomics information and avoid misconceptions about products and designs.

Ergonomics has become part of our everyday lives. Everyone thinks that they understand whats best for you - particularly if you visited a store recently to buy computer furniture. Think twice - anyone can call themselves an Ergonomics Specialist. Professional ergonomists are scientists that study, design, and evaluate products from a usability and biomechanics viewpoint. They are not to be found in a furniture store or automobile dealership. This is a buyer beware problem for consumers.

In todays market, consumers must be aware that ergonomics claims for products have become a marketing tool. These claims are often not based on scientific data. However, some companies do apply good ergonomic principles to their design process as a way of enhancing their product for the marketplace. This leads to some confusion for consumers. Are the ergonomic claims for the product based on sound ergonomic principles or is the product being marketed with unscientific claims for ergonomic benefits? This can be even more of a problem for those consumers who are trying to ameliorate existing injuries, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, and are looking for sound biomechanical advice," said Dr. Robert Kaplan, President of Usernomics.

The Usernomics website provides a resource for qualified information and has links to websites that specialize in the science of ergonomics. This is a much needed resource for both professionals looking for biometric, anthropometric, or design information and for consumers looking to buy furniture or devices to assist an existing ailment. Having all of the information available on the Internet in one place is particularly beneficial when looking for answers to specific questions on an ergonomics topic.

Usernomics is an ergonomics consulting company offering services in Ergonomics, Human Factors, and User Interface Design. The website is offered as a service to consumers and the professional ergonomics community.

For additional information, visit the website at www.usernomics.com or contact:
Usernomics
338 S. Fremont Street #202
San Mateo, CA 94401

Phone: 650-344-6762
Email: info@usernomics.com

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