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You are not alone if you think you might have carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). About 1 in 20 Americans will develop this painful wrist condition in their lifetime. Thankfully, there are many effective treatments for CTS, so if you have this condition, you will likely be able to reverse it. But how do you know …
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If you’re experiencing neck, back, or shoulder pain and you work a desk job, you may have issues with your ergonomics of sitting. What is ergonomics? Ergonomics is the study of people working and their relationship to their working environment. For people working at a desk for long hours, their ergonomics include how they use …
If you’re experiencing chronic muscle pain and tension due to poor ergonomics in your desk setup, you’re likely ready to make some changes. All it takes is a little time and the right equipment, and you can be working at your desk, with less pain, in no time. Are you ready to increase productivity, reduce …
What are computer ergonomics? Computer ergonomics is a term that encompasses all the methods of using a computer with good ergonomics, or movements and posture. Ergonomics is the study of how workers relate to their working environment. And, for many people, their computer is the most used tool at their workstation. Poor ergonomics or a …
When it comes to ergonomics in the workplace, minor issues can quickly become significant, painful, and expensive problems. According to OSHA, one-third of all workers’ compensation costs are from ergonomic injuries and cost almost 20 billion a year. A solution to this problem is the practice of good ergonomics in the workplace. It doesn’t take …
If your neck is hurting you, it’s reasonable to want to find relief and find it quickly. Globally, neck pain is a very common condition, impacting almost five percent of the population. It is also a cause of disability, with numbers increasing to 33.6 million disability cases in 2010. There are many scientifically-backed treatments for …
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You’re likely quite familiar with neck and shoulder pain. It may even be so constant that you don’t even think about it regularly unless it flares up. Or perhaps you’re always in pain; it’s more common than you might think. So, what is tension neck syndrome? You might not have realized there’s a name for …
Find relief for your arthritis with a variety of natural and home remedies. There are many scientifically-backed treatments for arthritis, which we’ll take a closer look at in this article. We’ll examine arthritis treatments such as physical therapy, self-treatments like stretching, and natural remedies like Epsom salts, supplements, and acupuncture. Treatment for arthritis doesn’t need …
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Arthritis is a health condition or disease that affects the joints, generally causing them to be stiff and painful. Many types of chronic arthritis can eventually cause damage to joint structures. Arthritis is an unfortunately common medical condition and affects almost 60 million American adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). …
Shoulder pain is a very common condition that affects 18%-26% of adults at some point in their lives. When healthy, the shoulder is a complicated joint and is responsible for remarkable strength and dexterity. Shoulder pain and how it affects you will vary from person to person and condition to condition. If you’re wondering what …