Your spine is an amazing thing. You may not realize it, but most of the things you are able to do right now are thanks to your spine, even sitting in your chair to read this article. The spine is also one of the few things in your body designed to be both strong and … Read more
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people miss work or file workers compensation claims. At some point, everyone has probably experienced back pain. It’s actually one of the most common reasons why people might have to miss work and a common claim in workers’ compensation. Some may think that back pain is … Read more
If your job involves prolonged standing, you need to know what problems it can cause and how to avoid them to the best of your ability. We are often told how a sedentary office job will damage our health in the long term and how we need to sit less to keep healthy. However, standing … Read more
While office work is generally less physical than most blue collar jobs, office work can still still lead to injuries. The truth is that every workplace has its hazards and no employee is entirely safe. One area where these types of workers frequently suffer damage is the back. We explain five excellent ways to avoid … Read more
A recent study confirmed that ergonomic hazards play a major role in causing musculoskeletal injuries among construction workers. Workplace injuries, especially in the construction industry are a common occurrence. Apart from the workplace accidents that can cause severe injuries as well as fatalities, chronic injuries caused by repetitive job functions are also quite common. A … Read more
Do Missouri workers with back pain get a raw deal when it comes to workers compensation? Office workers are particularly prone to back problems. This doesn’t mean that they should just accept this. Back problems can render some workers unable to work at all. However, there seems to be a big problem when it comes … Read more