The Ergonomic Cost of Convenience: Health Risks of Long-Term Remote Work

The COVID-19 pandemic rapidly transformed traditional work environments, forcing workplaces globally to adopt remote working models.While remote work initially provided a safe solution to continue operations amidst social distancing mandates, it introduced significant ergonomic risks, particularly as home workstations were often not optimised for long-term use.As organisations continue offering flexible work options, understanding and mitigating ergonomic risks is critical for maintaining workforce health and productivity. 1