When lifting, no matter what the item is, make sure to use proper body mechanics. Avoid pushing, pulling, or lifting items that are below your waist or above your should...
Have a short break in your day? Here is an easy 20-minute workout. Just find a park bench or drag a sturdy chair outside. Minutes 1-3: Warm up Jog or march in place or ar...
Tension and stress can affect all parts of the body — even your wrists and hands. Excessive pinching and gripping of your mouse can cause fatigue in the fin...
Shortcuts can be a hand and wrist saver. If you use your mouse frequently while using MS Word or other software programs take the time to learn the shortcuts (for...
So, you want to try strength training and you’d like to work out with weights, but dumbbells seem a bit daunting, and you’re scared elastic tubing could snap you l...
Do you ever wonder which home remedies actually work? In some cases, such as putting cool cucumber over your eyes to reduce puffiness, you have nothing to lose and everyt...
Low back pain can be very uncomfortable and may affect your performance at work. Sitting upright in your chair without occasionally using the back rest will tire y...
Recently we were shocked to learn that actor James Gandolfini, well-known for his role in the HBO series, The Sopranos, had passed away at the young age of 51. His...
Work can be stressful when you have a lot to do or looming deadlines. This stress can cause tightness in the upper back and neck areas. Stress combined with excessive rea...
Use wrist rests sparingly! Any pressure placed on the wrist rest or desk while typing can put a kink in the carpel tunnels (if you read last week’s ergonomic tip,...
