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Prevention is better than cure

The chronic overload of muscles in work situations is so common nowadays that it has earned a number of fancy names.  For example, repetitive motion, repetitive strain, and occupational myalgia.  All these terms mean that you have overworked a group of muscles beyond their endurance and now they are making you pay for it.

 

It is important for you to look critically at your work situation. Trigger points are usually easy to deal with, but they tend to come right back if you don't change the conditions that brought them on in the first place.  Thoughtless positioning of your body is going to cause you problems if not corrected.  

 

 

 

The four good tips for prevention and well-being.

Practice tip 1:

 

Proper stretching: 

  • Stretch like a cat - enjoy it!
  • Luxuriate
  • Do what is comfortable

 

 

Practice tip 2:

 

Movement and exercise are essential:

  • 20 minutes a day - this can be in shorter sessions
  • Suggest walking round the block at lunchtime
  • Get up from your desk and walk around at least once an hour

 

Practice tip 3:

 

Review your posture and work practices

  • Check your posture when sitting or standing at work
  • Avoid repetitive tasks
  • Ensure you have the equipment and supporting aids you need at work

 

Practice tip 4:

 

You are what you eat!

  • Eat and drink sensibly
  • Drink lots of water (you are 70% water!)
  • Eat lots of fruit and raw vegetables
  • Raw juice is Excellent