Ergonomics in Batavia

If you're a hardworking taxpayer living near Batavia, Aurora, St. Charles, and Geneva IL, then you understand how important it is to remain efficient and productive on the clock. To this end, doing what you can to avoid workplace injury is important. Ergonomics (the study of work environment efficiency) plays a major preventive role. At Sharratt Chiropractic, we can help you optimize your body mechanics and ergonomics so you can avoid disruptive injuries in Batavia.

Using Ergonomics to Prevent Injury in Batavia

Some of the most common types of workplace injuries we see and evaluate at our chiropractic clinic include chronic back pain, neck pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatica, rotator cuff tendinopathy, and plantar fasciitis. These generally develop due to repetitive movement, unhealthy positions or movement mechanics, frequent heavy lifting, or excessive sitting or standing. Factors outside the occupational setting - including diet, exercise, and stress management - can also increase the risk for developing such a condition.

But as frustrating as these conditions can be, they are largely preventable thanks to some simple ergonomic tips. Consider the following:

• Keep your computer monitor at eye level and one arm's length away from you.
• Sit with your hips slightly higher than your knees, your shoulders are relaxed, and your feet resting flat on the floor.
• Position your keyboard so that your wrists are neutral as you type (not bent up or down).
• Consider investing in a hands-free phone attachment to maintain neutral neck alignment.
• Avoid staying in one position for any prolonged amount of time. Get out of your chair at least once or twice per hour.
  Keep heavy objects close to you when you lift them, avoid bending while twisting the spine, and use tools or recruit a helper when necessary!
• Consider an adjustable standing work station for your desk and a computer station.

How We Can Help

Of course, even with the best ergonomic practices in place, injuries can and do occur from time to time. In addition to providing insightful and practical ergonomic modifications, our Batavia chiropractor can help you recover with services such as:

• Chiropractic adjustments
• Non-invasive modalities, including ultrasound and electro-muscular stimulation
• Massage therapy
• Corrective exercises and yoga

Together, these services help reset your postural alignment, improve core stability, reduce pain, and accelerate tissue healing, so you can get back to the job you love.

Workplace injuries cost millions of dollars every year in lost wages and decreased productivity. Contact Sharratt Chiropractic to optimize your health and recover from (or better yet avoid) a work injury; without drugs or expensive invasive procedures! We're here for you at (630) 406-8088.