Posture, Force, Duration: The Ergonomic Formula for Injury Prevention | Amy Brown

Join Dr. Pamela Mehta as she sits down with Amy Brown, a certified ergonomist and engineer, to talk about how the way we work affects our bodies over time. They explore what really drives common aches, pains, and tendon issues, why “good posture” isn’t the whole story, and how small, practical changes at work and at home can make a big difference. You’ll hear how ergonomics goes beyond fancy chairs and gadgets and into how your day is actually structured, moved, and lived—so you can stay strong, comfortable, and productive for the long haul. Key Topics: 1. Amy Brown’s Journey: From Design Lover to Ergonomics Expert - How a love for furniture and spaces evolved into a career in engineering - Finding a path that blends creativity with problem-solving - What drew her to focus on how people move and feel at work 2. What Ergonomics Really Looks Like Day-to-Day - How watching someone’s full workday reveals hidden stress on the body - Simple ways posture, effort, and repetition quietly add up over time - Why sometimes tiny tweaks in setup can make a big difference in comfort 3. Everyday Aches, Tech Habits, and Practical Fixes - How common tools like a mouse, keyboard, or phone can irritate hands and arms - Why what you do at home and on screens matters just as much as at your desk - Small changes in movement, breaks, and tools that help calm nagging pain 4. Advocating for Yourself and Designing Better Workspaces - Who to talk to at work when discomfort starts—and what to ask for - How teaming up with ergonomists and healthcare providers can prevent bigger issues - Why spaces that feel good, look good, and work efficiently help everyone If you haven’t already, please rate, review, and follow the podcast to be notified of new episodes every Thursday. Plus, be sure to follow along on Instagram @dr.pamelamehta,⁠⁠⁠⁠ check out Dr. Mehta’s YouTube channel, and if you're interested in becoming a patient, check out Resilience Orthopedics.Join the Learn at Pinnacle app ⁠to earn FREE CE Credit for listening to this episode!  This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network! Learn more about Pinnacle at https:www.learnatpinnacle.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices