Independent report verifies PostureMinder
Professor Richards' team at the University of Central Lancashire Biomechanics Facility has recently undertaken an independent investigation of PostureMinder's performance. Their key finding: "PostureMinder accurately detects potentially harmful postures and provides timely reminders to rectify them." Read the full UCLan independent report here
Case studies
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Recent independent software reviews:
PostureMinder was recently reviewed by BackCare, the charity for back pain sufferers: TalkBack magazine review
PC Advisor magazine has reviewed PostureMinder. Their verdict? "PostureMinder is ideal for those concerned about how they sit now, or want to prevent problems in later life. The sooner you can start sitting right the better."
User survey results, December 2007
Many thanks to all our users who returned our survey of your experiences with PostureMinder. An astonishing 98% said you'd recommend PostureMinder to anyone suffering from an existing computer-related health problem, and 92% for preventative use to improve posture and health for all computer users
Amongst those of you who indicated suffering computer-related health problems that affected your work, 100% said PostureMinder had helped you to improve your posture, and 88% had already seen a reduction in pain levels as a result
Michael van Straten, Health Journalist of the Year, has written about PostureMinder in his Teletext health column:
"Backache is one of the most common reasons for lost days at work and it's also a frequent problem for young children. Latest research shows that long periods at a computer can cause backache, pain in the neck, headaches and RSI...Around 32% of us sits for 10 or more hours each day, slouching in front of PCs and TVs. This bad posture is the trigger for back pain.
[This] award-winning system will change how we all sit at computers. PostureMinder is new software that watches while you work. It sends webcam messages if you slouch, shows how to set up workstations and tells when you need a break."
Norris Associates approves PostureMinder software:
"Norris Associates have been providing occupational health services to bluechip industries in the Northwest for over 20 years now. During that time we have worked with clients such as Jaguar, Shell, Kelloggs. One of the factors which is the source of many painful conditions in office workers is prolonged sitting at a computer. This constant low level stress causes muscle fatigue, neck and shoulder pain, and back conditions. To combat this type of occupational stress our physiotherapists often recommend taking regular breaks and performing simple stretching exercises to prevent accumulated stress in the body tissues. Well, now we have found an excellent software program which encourages users to do just these things"
Christopher M. Norris MSc MCSP MBAcC
"As a physio I have found Postureminder really complemented the advice I have been giving my patients regarding posture and their working environment. A great concept, very user friendly and an essential tool for all computer-based workers"
David Nesbitt, Private Chartered Physiotherapist, Whetstone, North London
"I'd been having back problems for three or four years and even had to take time off work when it got too bad. I've also had physio to try to help alleviate the pain. Since I started using PostureMinder my back pain has definitely improved. If I change desks or work on a different computer the pain comes back again, so I know it is definitely working"
Liz, Software Tester, Manchester
"It is a good, uncomplicated product which acts as a safeguard for businesses to use to protect and educate employees. It will be very useful for those with pre-existing postural or musculoskeletal problems"
Diane Kermode, MD of Beechwood Occupational Health Ltd
"On more than one occasion a message appeared to warn me that I was either slumping or leaning in my chair. You are given the option to acknowledge or disagree with the warnings. I have to admit, I unfortunately had to agree with the warnings and straighten up in my chair every time. I am of the opinion...my back problem recovery would significantly be aided by use of the PostureMinder system. I work in a building with over 400 people, the majority of these being office workers. If any inform me they have a back problem of any kind, I would have no problem recommending they use the PostureMinder system to aid their recovery. The software installation instructions were simple and straightforward to follow. In total, the system only took a few minutes before it was ready to use"
Mike, IT Manager, Cheshire
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