Whether a person is looking out for their own safety or that of those they work with, there are steps that can be taken to avoid accidents. We will list some of these below under certain types of jobs.
Sitting at a Desk
These are the kinds of job where you will be sitting for a large part of the day. You may be answering phones or emails. Examples would include receptionists and help center workers. To reduce risk of injury you can:
- Make use of headphones
- Stretch and walk around at least once every hour
- Focus on something other than the computer screen every now and then
- Use a comfortable keyboard and a cushion for back support
Transporting
This type of job involves sitting but in a different way. Some examples are driving a big rig, making a delivery in your area, or driving people to and from places. To be safe:
- Use a cushion to support the back
- When using a phone, be sure to use a headset or Bluetooth
- Make sure mirrors are in the correct place, and use them often
Physical Labor
This includes having to lift things, being in awkward body positions, and outdoor work. Safety here includes:
- Do NOT lift with your back! Bend the legs at the knees, be relaxed, and lift using the leg muscles.
- Wear a back brace that will help the back stay healthy.
How Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care Can Help You Be Safe
If someone does happen to experience an injury while at work, even if it seems minor, it would be a good idea to seek out the care of Miguel Flores, DC Specialist of Manila, Philippines. Miguel Flores is an upper cervical chiropractor that can help keep your spine healthy by making sure the upper two vertebrae in the neck remain in alignment. Misalignments often occur in the spine at the spot where the skull and neck connect. This can be true of workplace injuries. Miguel Flores, DC will make sure there are no misalignments, and if there are, he will work to correct them. Returning to work happy, pain-free, and with a healthy spine is the goal.
To schedule a consultation with N8 Upper Cervical Chiropractic office, call (02) 8553-6218 or just click the button below.
If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Chiropractor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.