Success Stories
How Clark Beat Neuropathy and Returned to Work in Informatics
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Thanks to ErgoQuest, I’m able to work again, and for almost two years now. December 2021, I acquired neuropathic vasculitus, where my white blood cells relentlessly attack the arteries that feed my nerves, especially those in my legs, feet and hands. Both the vasculitus and the resulting neuropathy are painful, especially when my feet are not elevated. Without this workstation, which includes video-conferencing setup, I would not be able to perform a full-time (fully remote) job as co-director of Informatics. I wish I would have known about ErgoQuest over a decade earlier. In 2016, I had a right vertebral artery dissection and subsequent stroke, triggered by craning my neck while programming for long hours. Even before then, I would have appreciated this workstation as it supports my neck and back comfortably. Perhaps with proper ergonomic support, I could have avoided that earlier medical incident.
I have a modified ZGW-0b-XL workstation. At less than 10k, it is a bargain. The ErgoQuest team is a pleasure to work with and extremely helpful. They also support their product, for me two years out. So that my monitor and keyboard could be at varying distances (sitting vs inclined vs fully-reclined), they provided an upgrade with second mast. They also helped me construct a working environment. The custom arms have a 1/4″-20 screw welded, letting me add various attachments for iPad/iPhone or camera setup. The monitor itself has an attached flash bracket, letting me install a microphone and camera for recording training videos. While I prefer to be horizontal most of the time for internal meetings, every once in a while, it’s best to present as fully upright. It takes only a few moments to adjust the chair and keyboard, letting me put my legs where they need to be depending upon pain levels. The keyboard tray is lovely, especially with a split keyboard. Overall, it works for me, beyond my initial expectations. Thank you so much. |
How Rich Beat Hip Pain and Returned to Work in Software Architecture
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Several years ago, while working out, I severely strained my left hip muscle. I saw a chiropractor, an orthopedic surgeon, and finally a doctor who gave me occasional shots to the affected area to relieve the pain. I decided not to do more shots, so I was referred to a physical therapist. The therapist worked with me for several months, and the pain slowly subsided. Yet even though I was using an expensive ergonomic chair, I could not sit for long without experiencing pain.
I searched online for a workstation that would enable me to better distribute my weight while I worked eight hours a day as a software architect. I found an ErgoQuest workstation (the Zero Gravity Workstation 0) that appeared to be a good fit. I emailed the owner several times and he was responsive and told me he could have my workstation completed, delivered, and set up in a very timely manner. The individual that set up my workstation got up early, drove to my residence in Cincinnati, Ohio, and set up my work station within a couple of hours. My ErgoQuest workstation has enabled me to continue to be employed in my profession, which entails sitting for many hours at a time. It has enabled me to stay totally pain free by providing the support to my back, hip, and legs that I need to sit for extended periods of time. |