Posts Tagged ‘desk’
Spine Tips for Back to School
August 26th, 2022 by Lauren
In the spirit of back-to-school time, we’ve put together a list of tips to keep your spine healthy in the upcoming school season. Don’t overpack a backpack. Carrying a heavy backpack can cause back pain. Read more about backpacks and your back. Watch your posture during long reading or studying sessions. Sitting hunched over with […]
What Is an Overuse Injury? (With Examples)
July 8th, 2022 by Lauren
Spine conditions can have many causes. Some genetic or the result of natural aging. Others are caused by our actions and behaviors. This is the case with overuse injuries. What is an Overuse Injury? An overuse injury is a condition caused by a repetitive motion, action, or being in a position too long. Performing the […]
5 Spine Health Tips for Back to School
September 17th, 2021 by Lauren
It’s back to school time again. Whether back in person, virtually, or a combination, here are some pointers for keeping a healthy spine when school’s in session. Backpacks If you or your child is using a backpack to carry their books, there are some things you should keep in mind. If the backpack is heavy or […]
4 Risk Factors for Neck Pain
April 30th, 2021 by Lauren
A study looking at data through 2015 found that 15% of the US population suffered from neck pain. A group of Texas A&M researchers recently performed a study to better understand an individual’s risk factors for neck pain. Some factors seem obvious, some may be surprising. Work Related Risk Factors As might be expected, work […]
7 Ways to Prevent Back and Neck Pain While Studying
August 27th, 2019 by Lauren
Studying can be a pain in the neck, literally. But you don’t literally have to suffer from back or neck pain while studying. Here are 7 ways to prevent pain from schoolwork. How to Prevent Neck Pain While Studying 1. Correct Your Posture Did your mother ever say… “don’t slouch” or “sit up straight”. Well, […]
The Best Chairs for Neck and Back Pain
May 15th, 2019 by Lauren
What are the best chairs for back and neck pain? Let’s review some popular desk chair options and see which ones help back pain. Using a Chair with an Ergonomic Back Design If you shop for an office chair you’ll see many newer ones called “ergonomic”. These usually have back support designed to reduce the […]
