Articles in Category: Ergonomics
In the clinic we have been discussing the different types of common postures observed in people and how ideally the spine likes to be in an as neutral position as possible (not leaning forward too far and not overextending backwards). This month, we will start fixing...
Sitting at your Desk by Don Williams You probably have seen it talked about recently, in the media or on Facebook: working upright is supposed to be healthy but why? This article will discuss the reasoning behind this claim and why getting out of that chair is so...
Do I have nerve pain? By Don Williams Recent television marketing campaigns by a well known anti-inflammatory drug company have created significant confusion as to the basis or reason that people might be experiencing pain. The advertisement essentially starts with a...
Sleep is an important component for our bodies to heal, rest and get ready for the activities to come in the day ahead. But did you know that poor sleeping ergonomics and positions may be doing more harm than good.
Tradies rely heavily on their musculoskeletal health for their performance at work, and can tend to ignore the aches and pains, which if left untreated can become more debilitating and disabling. Australian trades people make up 30% of the populations workforce, but according to Safety Australia they make up over half (58%) of the workforces injury claims.
