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Home » Ergonomics

June 15, 2018  |  By Dr Brad McIntosh In Uncategorized

Ergonomics

What is Ergonomics?

  • Ergonomics is the study of a person’s biomechanical abilities/limitations and how they interact within the environment they work/live in.
  • This information is applied to workplaces and products to arrange and design systems/workstations that are tailored to fit the people who use them.

Why is Ergonomics important?

  • A well designed workplace which suits your unique body type will help to promote good posture and movement patterns and help to optimize function
  • Poor posture and/or repetitive movement patterns can cause a number of aches and pains in the low back, upper and lower limb and even bring on headaches. 

What are some basic ergonomic tips?

  • Make sure your chair is correctly set up; have your shoulders relaxed with your elbows an inch above your desk and your knees and hips bent to about 90 degrees.
  • A foot stool can be used to achieve correct leg position and reduce pressure on the back of your thighs
  • Your backrest should be adjusted to maintain your back in a neutral spine
  • Always practice good posture, sit back and have your chair pushed in under the table to avoid poking the head forward and putting undue strain on your neck
  • Muscles were made to move, so try to get up and stretch at least once an hour
  • Avoid over reaching; keep your work close with your mouse and keyboard being no further than the length of your forearm away from your body.

 At Sydney Physiotherapy Solutions our highly qualified physiotherapists specialise in the assessment, treatment and prevention of neuromusculoskeletal injuries.

 

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Although he is one of the most experienced and sought after Doctors of Physiotherapy in Australia, Brad makes all his patients feel like they are #1.

He also leads his team of caring reception staff and expert physiotherapists with the same degree of passion, which is why Sydney Physio Solutions has built the outstanding reputation it has.

Managing Director BSc (ExSci) MPT (Physio) DPT (Physio) CSCS APAM MSMA

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