Office Ergonomic Setup at the Office: How Does Yours Measure Up?
Ergonomics in the office place is a hot topic and with good reason...you spend most of your waking hours there. If you have a desk job, this place that we are referring to is the space in and around your computer, chair, and desk.
Why is it so important to have a good desk setup anyway? If you sit with poor posture all day and/or have awkward placement of frequently used desktop items such as your computer screen, keyboard, or mouse, you are more likely to sustain what we in...
Posted on 2014-12-02
Reduce Stress on Your Body by Using Proper Lifting Techniques
There are a few basic rules for lifting everyday items that you should follow to avoid injuring yourself. Two of the most commonly injured areas resulting from improper lifting technique are your low back and your shoulder(s). Be mindful that it only takes one improper lifting maneuver or poor judgment regarding the size and/or weight of something to injure oneself. There are various lifting techniques that can be utilized depending on the size and weight of the object. Squat ...
Posted on 2014-11-04
Gardening Ergonomics: How to Save Your Back and Knees While You Plant Your Trees!!
Gardening season is upon us and it is important to protect your body while keeping your home beautiful. There are many different projects that need to be tackled in the garden, and you want to make sure that you feel good at the end of the day so that you can sit back and enjoy your hard work. It is not uncommon to have sore muscles after beginning to work on the garden after a long winter. With that in mind, we have provided tips to keep in mind when tending to your garden. First, do your...
Posted on 2014-07-18
