Ergonomic Training
Fix Your Posture with Ergonomic Training
Do You Have Pesky Aches and Pains? Ergonomic Training Can Help
If you’re feeling uncomfortable, ergonomic training can help!
You will change items in your home and workplace to feel more comfortable.
Ergonomics is defined as how we improve movement and function within daily life.
Ergonomics typically contains certain tools or body mechanic strategies that focus on maximizing efficiency and safety. In addition, ergonomics helps to identify changing factors that may lead to injury.
At ProActive Physiotherapy, our physiotherapists can use ergonomics to help resolve issues with pain you may experience during day-to-day life. In addition, this will help you to prevent injuries.
What does ergonomic training look like?
Treating an injury symptomatically doesn’t necessarily guarantee that the injury won’t return. That’s why it is important to address the cause of the injury and find ways to fix it.
When you arrive for your initial appointment, one of our highly trained Edmonton, AB physiotherapists will conduct a physical evaluation. They will also review your medical history and discuss your work/home environment.
Our physiotherapist may ask you questions regarding the set-up of your desk or office. This will include the type of tools and equipment you use, and the expectations and demands of your job. In addition, they will ask for a summary of your typical day. This will help determine what items may be subject to modification.
When focusing on ergonomics, the goal is to improve posture, energy efficiency, and body mechanics. You will make adjustments, modifications, and changes to reduce and prevent further pain and injury.
For example, we may advise you on changing the position of your computer monitor. Or we may suggest setting a time to remind you to get up more frequently to walk around and take a break.
You will make your daily tasks more comfortable if you use specialized devices or equipment modifications (such as splints or wrist supports).
How can I benefit from ergonomics training?
The Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) states that companies in the United States spend at least $170 billion annually on occupational injuries.
Companies could reduce their injury and illness costs by as much as 40% by implementing certain health and safety systems such as ergonomic training.
These most common work-sustained injuries are typically caused by poor posture, excessive sedentary behavior, and improper workspace setup:
- Tendonitis (inflammation in tendons)
- Rotator cuff strains and tears
- Trigger finger
- Carpal tunnel syndrome (median nerve entrapment at the wrist)
- TMJ dysfunction
- Medial or lateral epicondylitis (golfer’s or tennis elbow, respectively)
- Cervical strain and pain (including a new phenomenon called “text neck”)
- Tension headaches
- Back pain caused by injuries to the muscles, joints, or discs
Working on the ergonomics of your office can decrease your risk of being injured. This can save a lot of money on medical bills, lost wages, and decreased productivity!
You can also implement ergonomics within your daily life, as well – everything from driving to playing sports to using your phone has room for modification!
Ready to get started and relieve your pain?
You will reduce the pain in your work or personal life by using ergonomics. In addition, we will train you in ergonomics.
This may include any combination of targeted exercises and stretches, manual therapy, joint mobilizations, ice and heat therapy, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and more.
