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Working Out at Work

Wed, 03/13/2013 - 3:51pm | Kathleen Fortier

Even if you have a desk job, this doesn’t mean your workout needs to wait until the end of the day at the gym.
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Tips to Prevent Low Back Pain

Tue, 02/19/2013 - 5:22pm | Susan Lawfer

If you are among the 80 percent of Americans who suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives, here are some helpful hints for back pain prevention. Read more »

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Preventing Back and Neck Pain without Leaving the Office

Wed, 06/27/2012 - 2:07pm | Jason Finney

Few people would consider their desk job “dangerous,” but painful work-related conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, back and neck pain, are real possibilities. Luckily, there is a lot you can do to prevent these problems, and you don’t even have to leave your office! Read more »

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Tips to Stay Safe in your Yard or Garden

Thu, 05/17/2012 - 2:37pm | Natalie Bedio

Spring is the season to start sprucing up your yard or garden. This is also the time of the year when injuries can happen if lifting is not done properly. It is important to keep in mind proper body mechanics while working with a shovel, wheelbarrow, rake, etc.

Here are a few helpful tips to keep you safe while working in your yard or garden:planting flowers Read more »

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Treating Back Pain Non-Surgically

Thu, 03/01/2012 - 12:03pm | Susan Lawfer

For a patient with back pain, simple activities like sitting, standing and walking can be difficult.  Back pain symptoms can range in intensity from a slight “tight feeling” in the back to severe back and/or leg pain. Physical therapy offers many treatment options for patients with back pain. Read more »

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Proper Posture and Ergonomics While Working at a Computer Desk

Mon, 12/12/2011 - 12:36pm | Jason Finney

Are you reading this on a computer? Are you seated at a desk? If so, this blog is for you!

Although working at a computer doesn’t sound like dangerous work, it can cause repetitive strain injuries (like carpal tunnel syndrome). Posture-related problems may also occur – like pain in the back, neck, shoulders, arm, wrist and hand. Read more »

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Your First Step for Back or Joint Pain

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 12:59pm | Chirag Kalola, M.D.

Do you have back pain? Do you experience joint pain? The first step toward regaining function may be a visit to a physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician.

PM&R physicians are specialists who complete four years of residency training in the diagnosis, non-operative treatment and rehabilitation of neurological and musculoskeletal disorders that impact function. Read more »

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Safety Tips for Raking Leaves

Fri, 09/23/2011 - 1:38pm | Cynthia Bauer
It’s official – autumn has arrived!
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Lacing Up the Proper Footwear

Fri, 04/08/2011 - 2:14pm | Alicia Shoup

Most people spend much time carefully choosing the clothing they wear. They pick outfits based on the event they're attending or the weather outside.

Often, footwear is seen as an afterthought - an accessory to an outfit. But this is a mistake. For comfort and safety, you should put as much thought into what shoes go on your feet as to what clothing goes on your body. Read more »

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Stretching: It’s Not Just for Intense Workouts Anymore

Thu, 02/03/2011 - 5:55pm | Jason Finney

What do running, shoveling snow and sitting at your office desk have in common? These are all activities that you should not begin until you’ve stretched properly.

I know. Stretching before basic yard or office work sounds like overkill. But stretching can help you avoid aching muscles and painful injuries. In fact, you should consider stretching before many daily activities, including gardening, computer work or other repetitive stress tasks (i.e., line work at a factory). Read more »