Every year millions of working days are lost due to work related back pain, often caused by bad posture, strain and stress.
So what can be done to avoid these factors that lead to damaging back pain at the workplace? It is crucial to know, that when bad pain occurs it is important to stay active! You need your back muscles to stay strong, and lying in bed and becoming immobile will weaken the muscles which will prolong healing.
The next stage is posture at work.
The human body can only work actively in a certain position for a set amount of time before it begins to become uncomfortable.
Here are some tips to make sure you are sitting correctly whilst at your work desk: Support Your Back with Ergonomic Equipment: A lot of back pain can derive from slouching at your work desk and remaining in the same position for numerous hours.
It is worth looking into getting an ergonomic chair which will support your lower back and reduce strain.
These chairs are designed to be easily adjustable for different heights and weights and relieve pressure on areas that regular chairs don't.
It is also worth looking into an ergonomic footrest or table.
The footrest ensures your knees are level with your hips, whilst the table allows your worktop to be at the desired level, both contributing to being at the optimum position for reducing strains and pressures on the lower back.
Rest your Feet: If you don't have a footstool it is best to keep flat to the floor.
Sitting cross legged will encourage slouching and is also bad for circulation.
Make Objects Easily Reachable: Make everyday objects, such as your phone and pens within easy reach.
Sounds simple, but the constant reaching and twisting for objects is adding to the pressure on your back.
Keep your screen at eye level: Another important point is to keep your screen arms length away but make sure you're at eye level.
Any slight crouching or straining due to the screen being too high or too low with add pressure onto your neck.
Adjusting your Chair: By law the standard office chair must be stable and adjustable.
It is always best to try and remember to sit up straight and take regular intervals; this should also help improve concentration.
Frequent breaks are better for back strain then a long one, as it gives your muscles a chance to relax and can avoid stiffness and tense muscles.
Exercise Regularly! Outside off work it is important to remember the benefits of exercise.
They keep tense muscles moving and reduce stiffness!
So what can be done to avoid these factors that lead to damaging back pain at the workplace? It is crucial to know, that when bad pain occurs it is important to stay active! You need your back muscles to stay strong, and lying in bed and becoming immobile will weaken the muscles which will prolong healing.
The next stage is posture at work.
The human body can only work actively in a certain position for a set amount of time before it begins to become uncomfortable.
Here are some tips to make sure you are sitting correctly whilst at your work desk: Support Your Back with Ergonomic Equipment: A lot of back pain can derive from slouching at your work desk and remaining in the same position for numerous hours.
It is worth looking into getting an ergonomic chair which will support your lower back and reduce strain.
These chairs are designed to be easily adjustable for different heights and weights and relieve pressure on areas that regular chairs don't.
It is also worth looking into an ergonomic footrest or table.
The footrest ensures your knees are level with your hips, whilst the table allows your worktop to be at the desired level, both contributing to being at the optimum position for reducing strains and pressures on the lower back.
Rest your Feet: If you don't have a footstool it is best to keep flat to the floor.
Sitting cross legged will encourage slouching and is also bad for circulation.
Make Objects Easily Reachable: Make everyday objects, such as your phone and pens within easy reach.
Sounds simple, but the constant reaching and twisting for objects is adding to the pressure on your back.
Keep your screen at eye level: Another important point is to keep your screen arms length away but make sure you're at eye level.
Any slight crouching or straining due to the screen being too high or too low with add pressure onto your neck.
Adjusting your Chair: By law the standard office chair must be stable and adjustable.
It is always best to try and remember to sit up straight and take regular intervals; this should also help improve concentration.
Frequent breaks are better for back strain then a long one, as it gives your muscles a chance to relax and can avoid stiffness and tense muscles.
Exercise Regularly! Outside off work it is important to remember the benefits of exercise.
They keep tense muscles moving and reduce stiffness!
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