Why TerpHealth???

...with so many ergonomic trainers and so many ergonomic experts across the nation...

Why...

use TerpHealth_TM?
hire a nationally certified interpreter with ergonomic expertise?
is TerpHealth_TM is your best choice?

TerpHealth_TM applies ergonomic principles specifically to interpreting!

Ergonomic experts unfamiliar with the interpreting task are not able to translate their excellent information accessible to, or useful for, the interpreter.

They simply do not know sign language.
They are unable to accurately determine which signs and body movements can or cannot be adjusted ergonomically.

Usual ergonomic strategies will not work!

True story: a group of interpreters were told to sign "know" (made by placing the fingertips of one hand on the forehead) lower down, even on the chest, thus requiring less muscle exertion. It's a great ergonomic strategy... and completely useless for interpreters. It changes the word. "Know" can only be signed one way. Only an interpreter would know this. Only an interpreter with ergonomic training can adapt the strategy while maintaining the message.

The National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID) recognized this dual need when they originally asked Diane Gross to be Project Coordinator and Senior Writer for their materials regarding prevention and management of interpreting related injuries.

Plus, TerpHealth_TM addresses other vital issues for interpreters not addressed by usual ergonomic training:

physical warm-ups and cool-downs for interpreters
stress management for interpreters
"interpreter-specific" risk factors
predisposition-to-injury factors for the individual interpreter
interpreter pain and injury management
interpreter self-care and self-advocacy
insights and guidance traversing the health care system

From the business perspective, Diane's executive experience provides a knowledge of organizational goals. Diane understands profitability, liability, quality service, company image and human resource services.

As a Doctor of Oriental Medicine (NM), Diane brings unique and insightful approaches to sustaining and enhancing an interpreter's self-care and professional life.

Diane Gross knows business, interpreting and its ergonomics, and the many related issues.

TerpHealth_TM is your first and best choice!

Diane Gross is the nation's leading expert regarding sign language interpreting ergonomics. Her insights and recommendations uphold the integrity of sign language, health of the interpreter, service to the client and reputation of the organization.

TerpHealth_TM is ergonomic training for interpreters by an interpreter!

(also a former business executive and Doctor of Oriental Medicine)

Sign Safely - Interpret Intelligently

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