Category: Ergonomics
Experiencing Back Pain? 11 Tips to Protect Your Back While Lifting
Improper Lifting Techniques and Back Pain 65 million Americans report a recent episode of back pain and about 16 million adults experience chronic back pain that negatively impacts their daily activities. Back pain is the sixth most costly condition in …
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Proper Shoveling Techniques for this Winter
After this last snowstorm, having to get outside and shovel the driveway may be the last thing you want to do. Your number one goal is probably to get it done as soon as possible so you can get back …
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Ergonomic Tips for the Ad-Hoc Home Office
2020 has demanded flexibility. Life adjustments abound, but the workplace moving into the home might just be the most dramatic of them all. Perhaps you’ve commandeered a corner of the dining room table, a spare bedroom has found a new …
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Preventing and Managing Pain Caused by Typing and Other Repetitive Movements
Do you type, use a smartphone or tablet, play video or computer games, knit, sew or use your hands for any kind of repetitive movements? Especially if you’ve been engaging in this activity for some time, you may notice aches …
Read PostJoint and Bone Health
This week is National Bone and Joint Health Awareness Week. Live Your Life Physical Therapy wants you to be informed for good health. Bone Facts According to the S. Bone & Joint Initiative 1 in 2 American adults are hindered …
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Snow Shoveling Safely
Living in Minnesota, I know that the calendar doesn’t always speak the truth. While winter may not officially be here, the snow has already made its entrance! Each year snow shoveling sends over 11,000 people to the Emergency Room.i While …
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