Stretching and Ergonomics

Last week ErgoWeb published an article title “Stretching and Ergonomics”.  Although the article was written in 2004 I believe the key points cited in the article are still very true today, notably:

1. Stretching and exercise programs should not be used in place of ergonomics
2. Stretching programs have no scientific research basis to support their use as a workplace injury prevention method
3. This point is one that I will add:  Stretching does not equate to ergonomics.  Stretching is used to modify, “improve” the worker to fit the work.  Ergonomics is used to modify the workplace to fit the worker.  Therefore stretching should never be said to be “ergonomic solution”.  It is anything but.

Here’s the link to the article.  Let me know what you think.