WHAT TYPE OF DESK IS BEST FORME?
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 workplace environments, so employees can spend a large amount of their day standing or stretching, with the opportunity to rest when they become tired. What else can I do? When sitting, make sure that you are sitting tall, as if a string is pulling through the top of your head. Your computer should be directly in front of you, instead of off to the side. It should also be at the height where the top one-third of the screen is at eye level. Furthermore, make sure your keyboard is at the adequate height, creating about a 90-degree bend or less in your elbows. Armrests can be helpful to alleviate pressure on the shoulders when typing. At ReQuest Physical Therapy, we can also provide specialized programs for making the most out of your work day. Our programs focus on integrative
support for beginning a new workplace lifestyle, such as implementing a standing or adjustable desk into your daily routine. We can also provide you with tips and techniques for arranging the best ergonomically efficient area to work. Don’t let the stresses of work 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. Schedule an appointment with ReQuest Physical Therapy today to get started on some integrative lifestyle changes that can help brighten your mood, enhance your creativity, and reduce your risk of developing health issues while you are at work!
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SAUTEED OKRA & TOMATOES TASTE HOW DELICIOUS WEIGHT LOSS CAN BE
INGREDIENTS • 1 C low sodium veggie or chicken broth, divided • ½ C bok choy, thinly sliced • ½ C onion or leek, thinly sliced • ½ C bell pepper, thinly sliced • 2 garlic cloves, zested or minced
• ½ C black beans • 4 C okra, sliced diagonal pieces right before cooking • 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar or to taste • 2 C grape tomatoes, quartered • 1-2 tbsp. fresh rosemary, minced • Fresh ground pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS In pot with 4 tablespoons of broth, sauté ingredients through beans over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Add remaining broth except 3 tablespoons. In skillet heated to medium high heat, sear okra 3-4 minutes in single layer in 3 tablespoons of broth. Allow the pieces to brown for 1 minute before moving them. Stir only 2-3 times. Bring vegetable mixture to a light boil. Add seared okra and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to simmer for 3-5 minutes, no longer. This is one of the many complementary recipes shared in our healthy lifestyle program, Physicians’ Choice for Weight Loss.
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