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Andreasen
Chiropractic &
Wellness Center |
7400 S. Power Road,
Suite 120
Gilbert, AZ 85297
tel (480) 279-4441 |
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Avoiding
Injuries
Through Good
Posture and
Alignment
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Millions of
working
Americans
are affected
each year by
injuries
that result
from lifting
heavy boxes,
sitting in
front of the
computer for
long
periods, and
other
causes. The
American
Chiropractic
Association
(ACA) offers
some advice
for
preventing
the most
common
on-the-job
musculoskeletal
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ACA President Dr. Richard Brassard suggests, "By making relatively small changes in your workplace environment-using proper lifting techniques or replacing your office chair with one that provides improved back support-you can help minimize your risk of injury and avoid making an existing condition even worse." |
When working at the computer sit with knees at a 90° to 120° angle. Using an angled foot rest may help.
Make sure your chair fits correctly. Allow for 2 inches between the front edge of the seat and the back of the knees. Knees should be at or below the level of the hips. |
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When
lifting
heavy
or
awkward
items,
bend
the
hips
and
knees,
then
squat
to
pick
up
the
object.
Keep
the
back
straight
and
hold
the
item
close
to
the
body.
Don't
twist.
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Take
frequent
breaks
and
stretch
if
you
sit
for
long
periods
of
time.
Exercise
regularly.
Staying
physically
fit
helps
avoid
back
injuries.
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Good
Posture
Helps
Avoid
Injuries |
- Helps keep bones and joints in correct alignment so muscles can be used properly.
- Helps to decrease abnormal wear and tear of joint surfaces that could result in arthritis.
- Decreases stress on ligaments holding joints of the spine together.
- Prevents the spine from becoming fixed or restricted in abnormal positions.
- Prevents fatigue as muscles are used more efficiently.
- Prevents repetitive strain or overuse syndromes.
- Prevents backache, muscular spasm, and headaches.
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