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1. Chair: Cushioning added to lower back area
Shoe: Cushioning added to the sides and footbed of shoe

2. Ergonomics is the study of efficiency in working environments.

3. Office chairs have been ergonomically improved because people began to notice that the were causing strains on the lower back, resulting in posture problems.

4. Items have been ergonomically improved to avoid causing physical and in some cases, mental conditions. Ex: Shoes have been ergonomically improved to avoid causing blisters and strains on the foot.

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