Keeping your neck and spine healthy while you work As physical therapists, we often see patients who experience neck and back pain related to their desk job. When we talk to patients in sessions about posture and positioning, we do it because it helps to reduce injury to your neck and spine. Think of your […]
Injury Prevention, Workplace SafetyWorking from Home: Ergonomics The number of individuals working from home over the past three years has increased exponentially. Not everyone is equipped with an ergonomically effective home office. Physical Therapists have seen an increase in issues involving but not limited to the hip, low back, and neck. Here are […]
Injury Prevention, Workplace SafetyAs we all know, the age of social media has given us the amazing ability to instantly share new and amazing ideas as well as spread misinformation leading to mass confusion. Whether purposefully or through a dilution of information, it is hard to wade through the vast ocean of information coming at us.
Injury Prevention, Men's Health, Women's Health, Workplace SafetyHow to Get Rid of Back Pain Recurring back pain resulting from improper body mechanics can be prevented by avoiding movements that jolt or strain the back. They can also be prevented by maintaining correct posture and lifting objects properly. Many work-related injuries are caused or aggravated by stressors such as heavy lifting, contact stress […]
Injury Prevention, Spine, Workplace SafetyKeeping a healthy spine can be key to living a healthy and happy lifestyle. Find out how you can achieve and maintain a healthy spine with these tips.
Chronic Pain, Injury Prevention, Workplace SafetyTake this backpack quiz to make sure you can fit a backpack properly. Having the right backpack and fitting it to your body can prevent pain and injury!
Injury Prevention, Workplace SafetyA Functional Capacity Evaluation or FCE can be ordered to test your abiltiy to carry out everyday tasks on the job. Here is what to expect if you need one.
Occupational Therapy, Workplace SafetyEveryone owns smartphones but rarely do smartphone owners use proper posture on their devices. Use these tips to keep your body healthy while on your phone.
Chronic Pain, Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Workplace Safety
