2. Every day people in Connecticut are injured on the job.
Some injuries are minor while others are sometimes
serious in nature. The truth is, most of these injuries can
be avoided by practicing simple safety rules. Here are a
few useful safety tips provided by your Norwalk
chiropractor, to help you avoid painful injuries.
3. Stop straining at your computer. If you sit at a desk all
day, you could be subject to subtle injuries. For instance,
neck and back strain can happen from poor ergonomics.
Take the time each day to make sure that your chair and
monitor are at the right height to help you avoid strain.
4. Be careful while lifting. There may be times when
something heavy is in the way and it must be moved.
Instead of lifting it by yourself, ask someone to help you.
This is an excellent strategy for minimizing on the job
injury. It could help you avoid a long time off work
without a paycheck coming in.
5. Know how to lift. You can hurt your back lifting relatively
light loads when lifting improperly. Always make sure to
keep your back straight and lift with your legs. Your legs
contain large muscles that can handle lifting, and this
makes it easier on your back.
6. Wear a good back brace. If you must lift and load for a
living, be sure to have a good back support. Most
companies will provide you with these braces, but you
may have to request one. An excellent brace helps
support the back while lifting.
7. You may notice that most helpful tips for safety involve
common sense. Watch notices and signs in the
workplace and keep your area clean. If injury occurs, you
can count on your local Norwalk chiropractor for natural
and effective therapy to help you get better quickly.
