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Protect Your Hands From Injury
With Proper Ergonomics!
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What Are Ergonomics? The science of ergonomics is based on the belief that fitting the work environment to the employee will lead to fewer injuries and improved quality of life. If you have been dealing with persistent pain or want to prevent an injury, the need for new strategies at work or home can help keep you healthy. Some important considerations for proper ergonomics include the following: • Choosing proper postures based on work duties (i.e., avoiding slouching) • Avoiding prolonged positions (i.e., sitting or standing for extended periods) • Minimizing repetitive movements by taking frequent breaks Our occupational and certified hand therapists will identify and recommend necessary adjustments or modifications to your work environment to reduce and prevent further pain and injury.
Simple Steps to Keep Your Hands Safe and Feeling Their Best Your hands are essential in almost everything you do at home or work. We often don’t realize how vulnerable we are to injury. It’s critical to be proactive when keeping your hands safe, and our team at Hands for Living and Hand Therapy Northwest can help guide you through the most effective prevention strategies. Here are a few suggestions that, when implemented, can help you lower your chances of injury. • Change your workstation setup: Adjust your computer monitor’s position, seat height, and the location of your mouse and keyboard to fit your body. Our team will guide you through the steps to determine the right fit for you. • Always wear your protective equipment (PPE): When it comes to protecting the hands, this means Article Continues Inside >>
Do you notice persistent aches and pains in your hands related to work? Have you injured your hands and are looking for ways to recover and protect them in the future? Ergonomic training may be the solution you’ve been searching for. At Hands for Living and Hand Therapy Northwest, we will help you set up your workstation and teach you exercises you can do at work and home, ensuring you perform at your highest level! Ergonomics is a science that deals with designing and arranging things so people can use them efficiently and safely. Whether sitting at a computer all day or standing in the assembly line, ergonomic training can help you find relief. At Hands for Living and Hand Therapy Northwest, our team of highly trained occupational therapists and certified hand therapists will teach you how to set up your workstation and properly care for your hands to minimize the risk of injuries.
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