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With Labor Day just around the corner, we are thinking about how much time everyone spends working and how many patients we treat for workplace injuries. Even if your job isn’t physically demanding, there are still things to consider to avoid getting injured at work. Staying connected with your body is particularly important when you are doing the same thing or in the same position for hours on end. Here’s what you need to know.
You might think you aren’t at risk for workplace injury if you have a desk job, but any day-to-day task can put a serious strain on your body – yes, even if you are just typing on a computer. Some workplace injuries are from a sudden accident, but many are caused simply by repetition and overuse. Here are some of the common symptoms and injuries people get from work:
To prevent workplace injury, pay attention to how your body feels and don’t ignore it. If you aren’t listening to what your body is telling you and addressing any pain you might have, it will only get worse.
If you are suffering from any of the above symptoms after a long day and aren’t sure what to do to feel better, come in to Wills Chiropractic for a consultation. At your local Rochelle, IL chiropractor, we don’t just work to relieve your symptoms. Our goal is to treat the issue in its entirety. The body has an incredible ability to heal itself naturally, and regular chiropractic adjustments can help.
Just because we need our jobs and need work doesn’t mean our health takes a backseat. Click here to request an appointment today to treat workplace injuries or prevent them from happening to begin with.
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