Ergonomics look at the environmental factors that may be contributing to chronic pain and recurring injuries. Although typically used for individuals who spend long hours sitting at a desk or computer, ergonomics can also benefit athletics. By studying an athlete’s playing environment, many insights can be gained in order to improve movement efficiency, reduce the risk of injury, and achieve better results over time. The following will help you understand the significance of ergonomic assessments in athletics so that you create a better playing environment for you or your team members. The Goals of an Ergonomic Assessment Ergonomic assessments allow you to optimize the environment in which you work and play. It looks at how individuals perform a given task within that setting while making the changes that improve the results they achieve. Ergonomic assessments look at all of the relevant factors, including the tools that athletes used in their…