DISCOVER PROPER ERGONOMICS
Sedentary lifestyles, especially the ones that many of us are experiencing right now, can increase your risk of heart disease, obesity, or other serious health issues. However, investing in a standing desk or alternate seating option at work can help in greatly decreasing these risks and making your home office more ergonomically friendly! Using a standing desk as opposed to a traditional sitting desk has been proven to lower one’s chances of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity. Nevertheless, standing desks are not for everyone, especially those with joint or vascular conditions. You may be asking, “doesn’t standing all day long have its own implications?” The short answer is – yes. Anything without moderation can have its pitfalls. Standing can boost your energy levels, concentration, and even your mood, but if you have a traditional 9-5 job, chances are that level of productivity will dissipate after a while. Standing for too long can cause you to run out of energy quicker and can take a toll on your physical comfort. Many medical professionals recommend adjustable desks for your homeworkplace environment, so you can spend a large amount of your day standing or stretching,
with the opportunity to rest when you become tired. Studies suggest whether you choose a standing or adjustable desk for your workday, integrative support can be beneficial in easing yourself into the new setting. In fact, those who participated in some sort of integrative support program for their standing or adjustable desk stood for an average of 50minutes longer each day than those who did not. At the end of the day, make sure you’re comfortable. No matter how you choose to work from home, ergonomics is an important concept to keep inmind. Ergonomic laptop desks and chairs can promote proper posture and decrease the risk for back problems, while workplace design can make an impact on your overall happiness, productivity, and well-being. Don’t let the daily stresses of working from home take a toll on your physical health! There are several steps you can take to improve your posture, strength, energy, and overall wellbeing throughout the workday. Call us at (917) 763-7825 or visit us online at www.recoverypt.com to request an Telehealth evaluation.
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This is a great place! The staff are wonderful, and the
see. I’ve been coming to Recovery Physical Therapy on and off again for some pesky injuries, and I’malways greeted with a friendly faces and good conversation. Going to physical therapy here is never a chore (even at 7 AM!) and especially in their swanky new office. Their therapists are friendly & attentive and most importantly supportive through each session.” – G. H.
therapists are knowledgeable and caring. I only wish we had found this place earlier. They really know what they are doing and my dad has found tremendous relief for his leg pain. His therapist is aware of proper stretching techniques, is knowledgeable about muscle use/muscle anatomy, and explains everything in detail so her patients understand the goal of the therapy. ” – S. K.
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