Office Ergonomics

Working in a white collar environment does not reduce your risk of bodily injury.  Sitting at a desk and working on a computer 8 hours a day can put stress through various parts of the spine and the muscles associated with posture.  A poor ergonomic set up at your desk can contribute to low back pain, neck pain and strained postural muscles.  Seeing a physical therapist for a full office ergonomic evaluation and assessment is the best way to avoid 6-8 hours per day of continuous stress on the body.  Postural exercises that focus on the shoulder blades and paraspinal muscles of the back are important in maintaining better posture while sitting for long periods of time.