Sciatica refers to the pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve. The pain that is associated with sciatica can affect the lower back, through the hips and buttocks, and down each leg. Most of the time, sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes pinched. This can happen when a herniated disk or…
One of the most important things we can do in our workday is to stop to take a short break. Technically speaking, stopping your job task to do a simple stretch is a type of break. Stretching can help to decrease your risk of injuries, improve blood flow, and allow your muscles to work most…
Based on my experience, I am going to assume that workstations include the bare minimum which is usually a laptop. Laptops are incredibly beneficial and allow us to have a mobile workstation, but there are minimal ergonomic benefits to using one. One of the first priorities for laptop users is to adapt the workstation to…
A lot of the time, getting something new, especially a new office chair can be quite fun. However, it can sometimes feel overwhelming if your new chair has a lot of buttons and levers. It is important to make sure your chair is adjusted to you and your needs, so you get the support to…
Looking at a screen for long periods of time can take a toll on our eyes and could possibly be one of the factors causing dry eyes. Our eyes do not blink the most efficiently when looking at a screen and they tend to blink less. However, this is not the only culprit to blame….
There is great appreciation for workers in the field of dentistry. Most of the hours of the workday for a dental worker include looking inside of our mouths while holding onto a small hand tool. Because the area of focus, our mouth, is quite small, the job does not automatically encourage dental workers to move…
Watching lightweight snowflakes slowly fall from the sky seems peaceful on a cold, winter day, especially with a warm cup of hot cocoa in hand. However, seeing the snow build up and having the thought of going outside to clear the sidewalks may not sound as peaceful. Shoveling is a great exercise when done correctly….
Creating a beautiful image and product for other companies is what sign makers do best. However, the process of making this happen can involve an extensive amount of manual labor. No matter what industry we are working in, there are several ergonomic concepts to keep in mind to make sure we are taking the best…
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, work-related musculoskeletal disorders that result in days away from work most commonly involve the back alone. Musculoskeletal disorders are chronic injuries to your muscular and skeletal system due to unsafe body mechanics and positioning or repetitive motions. The majority of back injuries are occurring while performing lifting tasks….
Being mindful of your body mechanics and continuing to practice good techniques helps to prevent injuries. Limiting the movement of your body throughout the day may put you at a higher risk for a musculoskeletal disorder, which are chronic injuries to your muscular and skeletal system due to unsafe body mechanics and positioning or repetitive…