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Ergonomics @ Work. Ontario Chiropractic Association www.chiropractic.on.ca [email protected]. Office Ergonomics. Today we will: Identify the risks for poor spine health at work Provide prevention of office related injury Suggest how to improve poor ergonomics. Your Back. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Ergonomics @ WorkErgonomics @ Work
Ontario Chiropractic Associationwww.chiropractic.on.ca [email protected]
Office Ergonomics
Today we will:
1) Identify the risks for poor spine health at work
2) Provide prevention of office related injury
3) Suggest how to improve poor ergonomics
Your Back
Your back supports your upper body while protecting
your spine and allowing for flexibility.
• Four natural curves to your back: neck, middle back, lower back and tailbone
• Your spine contains 24 vertebrae separated by discs to absorb shock, fluid inside the discs allows movement
• Too much of the wrong movement can cause wear and tear
Back Pain
• Low back pain affects 85% of working population
• Over 50% of sufferers find back pain affects their quality of life and limits recreational activities
Back pain is one of the most common causes of lost time at work:
What is Ergonomics?
Using scientific information and techniques to position
your body relative to your surroundings to minimize
Physical Stress.
Identifying the Risks
• Lifting heavy/awkward loads
• Long periods of standing
• Long periods of sitting
• Poor posture
• Poorly designed work stations
• Poorly fitted chair
• Computer screens sitting at wrong height or angle
Common causes of back strain at work:
Preventative Tips
• Warm up with some stretches before starting work
• Lift any heavy or awkward objects properly, using your legs to lift and avoid any twisting
People affected include:
If your job involves physical labour:
• Construction workers• EMS• Movers
Preventative Tips
If your job means standing most of the day:
• Take mini-breaks and move around for a bit
• When working do some easy stretches
People affected include:
• Waiters/Waitresses• Cashiers• Factory workers
Preventative Tips
•Make sure your seat is the proper distance from the wheel
•Knees should be slightly bent level to your hips
•Seat should be upright and slightly reclined
•Headrest should be directly behind your head
If your job means that you’re behind the wheel:
People affected include:• Taxi drivers• Truck drivers
Preventative Tips
If your job means you’re sitting all day:
• Never cradle the phone between your neck and shoulder• Avoid sitting with your legs crossed at the knees• Try to arrange your desk so items are within arms reach• Centre your computer monitor so the first line of text is eye level
People affected include:
• Office workers
• Teachers
Preventative Tips
Think Outside the BoxHome offices can also be changed to help your spine:
• Get a good chair• Sit right• Check your computer set-up• Reduce eyestrain• Stretch
Tips for Posture and Sitting
Do:• Sit close to your work
• Sit on a chair and place feet on floor
• Support your back in an arched position
• Avoid repetitive bending, twisting and reaching
• Use arm rests to reduce stress to the upper body and neck
Tips for Posture and Sitting
Don’t:• “Slump-sit” – lower back should be
supported • Lean forward/downward to reach work • Sit for long periods of time- GET UP• Sit on the floor• Cradle the phone in the crook of your neck
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractors use manual therapies to treat neuro-musculoskeletal disorders, including:
• Acute and chronic injuries and conditions • Back and neck pain, sciatica, headaches, chronic pain,
osteoarthritis and many more
Chiropractors also assist their patients with: nutrition, exercise programs, lifestyle and work habits
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic is a regulated health profession
• More than 6,500 chiropractors in Canada• Each year more than 4 million Canadians visit a chiropractor
Chiropractors are primary health care professionals.
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractors consistently receive among the highest
patient satisfaction ratings because patients report:
• Chiropractors listen
• Chiropractors understand their condition
• Treatment was effective
More Information
For further information, please contact my clinic or:
Ontario Chiropractic Association
200-20 Victoria St., Toronto, ON., M5C 2N8
Web: www.chiropractic.on.ca
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 416-860-0070 1-877-327-2273