... From Biz2Biz NWA / February 2009
A: The human body was not designed for sedentary desk work; even the most ergonomic environment can risk of injury.
Seemingly “insignificant” discomforts can zap your energy, decrease your productivity and leave the most exemplary employee dreading work.
“Chiropractic care will keep your spine in proper alignment and counteract the destructive effects of the modern workplace,” says Dr. Jeff Smith, D.C., of Smith Family Clinic in Bentonville.
“As prevention specialists who understand the mind-body connection, chiropractors are experts in injury-reducing techniques.”
Don’t wait until your work posture causes long-term problems. Be proactive. Be preventative. Most insurance providers cover chiropractic care as safe and effective treatment.”
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Q: How do I create an ergonomic environment?
... From Biz2Biz NWA/ February 2009
A: “Get an office check up,” says Dr. Jeff Smith, D.C., of Smith Family Clinic in Bentonville. “We can actually schedule a walk-through tour of your facility to evaluate posture efficiency and identify where you can improve ergonomics.
“We can determine if your workspace is increasing the risk of injury, such as muscle and bone disorders (known as musculoskeletal disorders) neck pain, carpal tunnel, and spinal subluxations that provoke chronic backache,” says Dr. Smith.
“Eliminating and preventing musculoskeletal barriers responsible for keeping employees from working at top capacity–and being healthier and happier– is important.
“So is providing them with wellness strategies that can dramatically boost productivity and performance at work.”
A: “Get an office check up,” says Dr. Jeff Smith, D.C., of Smith Family Clinic in Bentonville. “We can actually schedule a walk-through tour of your facility to evaluate posture efficiency and identify where you can improve ergonomics.
“We can determine if your workspace is increasing the risk of injury, such as muscle and bone disorders (known as musculoskeletal disorders) neck pain, carpal tunnel, and spinal subluxations that provoke chronic backache,” says Dr. Smith.
“Eliminating and preventing musculoskeletal barriers responsible for keeping employees from working at top capacity–and being healthier and happier– is important.
“So is providing them with wellness strategies that can dramatically boost productivity and performance at work.”
Q: Can I prevent posture-related injuries?
... From Biz2Biz NWA / January 2009
A: Good posture in the workplace can actually increase productivity and decrease sick days caused by back and neck pain.
“You can start by providing office workers with sturdy, adjustable chairs that offer support for the lower back,” says Dr. (first name) Smith, (credits) of Smith Family Clinic in Bentonville.
How can you make your workspace more ergonomic? Here are few tips from Dr. Smith:
• Position your chair so that your thighs are angled horizontally and your feet rest flat on the floor.
• Lower your chair so that your knees are angled at 90 degrees – if your feet still dangle, use a footrest.
• Rather than using a traditional mouse, consider switching to a “roll ball,” which eliminates forearm movement.
• Always position your mouse as close as possible to the keyboard, and never higher or lower than the keyboard.
A: Good posture in the workplace can actually increase productivity and decrease sick days caused by back and neck pain.
“You can start by providing office workers with sturdy, adjustable chairs that offer support for the lower back,” says Dr. (first name) Smith, (credits) of Smith Family Clinic in Bentonville.
How can you make your workspace more ergonomic? Here are few tips from Dr. Smith:
• Position your chair so that your thighs are angled horizontally and your feet rest flat on the floor.
• Lower your chair so that your knees are angled at 90 degrees – if your feet still dangle, use a footrest.
• Rather than using a traditional mouse, consider switching to a “roll ball,” which eliminates forearm movement.
• Always position your mouse as close as possible to the keyboard, and never higher or lower than the keyboard.
Q: Are you breaking your employees’ back?
... From Biz2Biz NWA/ January 2009
A: “Techno-stress” is a byproduct of today’s workplace that frequently takes it toll on the spine. You may be designing computer programs that revolutionize the world, but you could be damaging your spine in the process.
“Sitting hunched over a keyboard can wreak havoc on your spine and can actually force your spine out of alignment,” says Dr. (first name) Smith, (credits) of Smith Family Clinic in Bentonville. “This misalignment can result in areas of restricted motion we call vertebral subluxations.”
What can employers do?
“Most chiropractors are enthusiastic proponents of on-the-job stretch breaks and encourage employers to provide employees time and space to take those posture breaks several times a day,” says Dr. Smith. “Stretching elongates and relaxes weary muscles and actually counteracts the destructive effects of sedentary work posture.”
A: “Techno-stress” is a byproduct of today’s workplace that frequently takes it toll on the spine. You may be designing computer programs that revolutionize the world, but you could be damaging your spine in the process.
“Sitting hunched over a keyboard can wreak havoc on your spine and can actually force your spine out of alignment,” says Dr. (first name) Smith, (credits) of Smith Family Clinic in Bentonville. “This misalignment can result in areas of restricted motion we call vertebral subluxations.”
What can employers do?
“Most chiropractors are enthusiastic proponents of on-the-job stretch breaks and encourage employers to provide employees time and space to take those posture breaks several times a day,” says Dr. Smith. “Stretching elongates and relaxes weary muscles and actually counteracts the destructive effects of sedentary work posture.”
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