March 26, 2013
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The Pampered Perch improves the technician’s hand position, helping prevent conditions such as ganglion cysts or carpal tunnel syndrome in wrists.
Keywords: ergonomic products ergonomics Pampered Perch
February 19, 2013
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The new Gulfstream footrest is ergonomically designed with contoured footrest pads and an adjustable center pad to gently elevate the client’s feet, creating ease for both the technician and client.
Keywords: ergonomic furnishings ergonomic products ergonomics Gulfstream Plastics pedicure equipment
December 5, 2012
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Success came at a price for nail tech Carrie Bomar. After spending countless hours each day looking down at clients’ hands, her neck began to hurt, a result of the posture most nail technicians assume.
Keywords: ergonomic furnishings ergonomic products ergonomics manicure stations/tables manicure tables
November 20, 2012
| Encyclopedia
A product adhering to standards of Underwriters Laboratories, an independent, non-profit testing laboratory organized for the purpose of investigating products and materials with respect to hazards affecting life and property.
Keywords: chemicals ergonomics pedicure equipment pedicure spas
November 20, 2012
| Encyclopedia
A federal organization whose responsibility it is to ensure safe working conditions for employees.
Keywords: chemicals ergonomics staff management
November 19, 2012
| Encyclopedia
The fastest-growing type of occupation-related injury involving inflammation of tissues; can cause painful and crippling illness that may be permanent if not treated properly.
Keywords: carpal tunnel syndrome ergonomics nail diseases
November 19, 2012
| Encyclopedia
Adverse health effects caused by repeated or prolonged exposure occurring over a period of time greater than three months.
Keywords: ergonomics nail diseases
October 29, 2012
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Westmond Salon designs has come out with a new manicure table by Collins that is ergonomically designed to be functional as well as comfortable for nail techs and clients.
Keywords: ergonomics
June 27, 2012
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According to Young Nails’ Greg Salo, the most ergonomic way to do this is with an over-grip.
Keywords: electric filing techniques ergonomics
November 18, 2011
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The Nail Manufacturers’ Council offers nail professionals these basic tips to prevent or eliminate the injuries, pain, and discomfort sometimes associated with salon work. Working ergonomically can eliminate muscle strain, benefitting both your physical and psychological health.
Keywords: ergonomics NMC posture working safely work-related injuries
October 4, 2011
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Achy shoulders, numb thumbs, sore muscles, and persistent exhaustion. Sometimes aches and pain seem like an unavoidable by-product of doing nails. One nail tech disagrees.
Keywords: ergonomics exercise stretching working healthy
April 4, 2011
| Encyclopedia
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome includes pain, numbness, and muscular weakness in the thumb, index, and middle fingers, caused by compression of a major sensorimotor nerve at the wrist, usually due to inflammation, trauma, or injury caused by repetitive motion; nail technicians are prone to this condition because of the repetitive nature of their work, but it can be prevented or alleviated with proper work habits. Carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive stress disorders can be prevented.
Keywords: carpal tunnel syndrome ergonomics nail diseases
December 16, 2010
| Encyclopedia
Ergonomics is the study of how equipment and furniture can be arranged in order that people can do work or other activities more efficiently and comfortably (according to Google). In the photos above, the technician on the left is sitting improperly and is likely going to have back and neck pain as a result.
Keywords: ergonomic products ergonomics healthy working
August 1, 2010
| Article
If you’re like many nail techs, you go home after a long day with aches and pain in your hands, shoulders, and back. Proper posture and improved ergonomics can help reduce these symptoms that are often viewed as an unavoidable side effect of being a nail tech.
Keywords: ergonomic products ergonomics manicure areas pedicure areas
July 29, 2010
| Product
New from RadaPro, the Ergonomic Pedicure File relieves wrist strain and promotes good salon hygiene.
Keywords: ergonomic products ergonomics files pedicure products pedicures
