ERGONOMIC / WORK ASSESSMENTS
A lot of people come for physiotherapy due to work related problems. At Farrell Physiotherapy we are able to carry out ergonomic assessments to make sure you are at the least risk of injuring yourself at work.
WHAT ARE ERGONOMIC/WORK BASED ASSESSMENTS?
Ergonomic/work based assessments are workstation assessments where a physiotherapist will come and assess your work place or desk to see if unsafe conditions are making you more at risk of injuring yourself and will provide ways or reducing injury risks.
Ergonomic assessments are a way of not just treating problems but preventing them from occurring which can save your employer a lot of money by preventing sick leave. Ergonomic assessments are growing in popularity due to more people using computers for long periods of time.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ERGONOMIC/WORK BASED ASSESSMENTS?
There are several benefits of an ergonomic/work based assessment. Ergonomic assessments make sure you are working in a safe environment.
Ergonomic/work based assessments aid:
WHAT CONDITIONS CAN ERGONOMIC/WORK BASED ASSESSMENTS TREAT?
There are several conditions that can be brought on due to a poor ergonomic set up at work with back pain being one of the most frequent complaints at work.
Your physiotherapist can carry out a full subjective and objective assessment of you and can determine whether an ergonomic assessment is needed or not. An ergonomic assessment can be used alongside other treatments to help resolve symptoms you have and prevent re-injury.
Ergonomic assessments are often used in environments where you are:
These different work conditions can commonly lead to:
Ergonomic assessments will vary depending on the nature of your work. As well as assessing you your physiotherapist may also assess your:
Don't Let Pain Win!
Our Expert Physiotherapists in Witham and Chelmsford specialise in providing the latest treatments and techniques in order to get you pain free as soon as possible, cure the cause of your pain and help you to return to pre-injury levels of activity.
Furthermore, we'll also give you a bespoke exercise and rehabilitation program, and advise you on how to prevent re-injury and remain pain free.
Get in touch with us now on 01245 830280 or 07980 898212 or click below to book online!
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