Preventing Workplace Back Injuries with Office Ergonomics (Pt. 2)

Picking up from where Preventing Workplace Back Injuries with Office Ergonomics (Pt. 1) left off, here we will continue discussing how sedentary workers can minimize their risk of developing workplace back injuries.

While the first part of this blog focused on some of the specific risks these workers face, below, we will point out the ways that these risks of back injuries for sedentary workers can be mitigated and minimized.

Step 2 to Preventing Workplace Back Injuries: Practicing Good Posture

While exercise and ergonomic props can be key to preventing workplace back injuries, if these injuries arise, call the Law Office of Steven J. Picardi.

First and foremost, when it comes to reducing the physical stresses that sedentary workers’ put on their backs, practicing and being conscious of good posture will be essential. When it comes to maintaining good posture, people should do their best to try to:

• Keep their spine vertically aligned so that their ears, shoulders, back and hips are within a vertical line (as much as possible)
• Avoid crossing their legs or sitting in any other position that would unbalance their spine for any prolonged period of time
• Not hunch or slouch forward, keeping their shoulders down, relaxed and lightly held back.

Step 3 to Preventing Workplace Back Injuries: Exercising and Using Ergonomic Props

Good posture is just one piece of the ergonomics pie, however, when it comes to preventing workplace back injuries for sedentary workers. Other things that can be critical for these people include:

• Getting up and moving around a bit to stretch their legs
• Doing specific exercises and stretches periodically throughout the day to relieve the physical stress that builds up from sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Using ergonomic “props” like  ergonomic office chairs, foot rests and even wrist rests that can help support people and remind them to maintain good posture when sitting.

For office workers who may have a pre-existing back injury, it’s important to discuss your ergonomic needs with your employer so you have the equipment and accommodations you need to avoid intensifying or worsening your back issues and injuries.

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