Skip to content
WebMD: Better information. Better health.
 
Other search tools:Symptoms|Doctors|Medical Dictionary

Pain Management Health Center

Font Size
A
A
A

Office Ergonomics - Other Places To Get Help

Organizations

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
395 E Street SW
Suite 9200
Washington, DC  20201
Phone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
(202) 245-0625
(513) 533-8328 (outside the U.S.)
Fax: (513) 533-8347
Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Web Address: www.cdc.gov/niosh
 

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducts research and makes recommendations for the prevention of work-related injuries and illnesses. NIOSH also provides information to the public.


American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL  60018-4262
Phone: 1-800-346-AAOS (1-800-346-2267)
(847) 823-7186
Fax: (847) 823-8125
Email: orthoinfo@aaos.org
Web Address: www.orthoinfo.aaos.org
 

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) provides information and education to raise the public's awareness of musculoskeletal conditions, with an emphasis on preventive measures. The AAOS website contains information on orthopedic conditions and treatments, injury prevention, and wellness and exercise.


American Industrial Hygiene Association
2700 Prosperity Avenue
Suite 250
Fairfax, VA  22031
Phone: (703) 849-8888
Fax: (703) 207-3561
Email: infonet@aiha.org
Web Address: www.aiha.org
 

American Industrial Hygiene Association members are scientists and engineers committed to protecting the health and safety of people in the workplace and the community. This group's Web site has information on ergonomics, including a brochure for consumers titled An Ergonomics Approach to Avoiding Workplace Injury.


Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Workplace Safety and Health
1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA  30333
Phone: 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
TDD: TTY: 1-888-232-6348
Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Web Address: www.cdc.gov/workplace
 

This U.S. government Web site has general information on hazards, illness, injuries, and diseases that may be related to the workplace. It also has information on safety and prevention.


Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Avenue
Washington, DC  20210
Phone: 1-800-321-OSHA (1-800-321-6742)
TDD: 1-877-889-5627 toll-free
Web Address: www.osha.gov
 

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides information about hazards at the workplace and about worker safety.


WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise

Last Updated: June 08, 2009
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.
Next Article:

Today in Pain Management

man on cellphone
Slideshow
Dayplanner
Slideshow
 
Woman in gym
Slideshow
Pet scan depression
Article
 
foot conditions inherited
Video
lumbar spine
Slideshow
 
Woman opening window
Slideshow
Knee exercises
Slideshow
 
Woman shopping for vegetables
Slideshow
Sore feet with high heel shoes
Slideshow
 
acupuncture needles in woman's back
Slideshow
Hand on back
Slideshow