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October 2012 E-Newsletter

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Ergonomics & Why It's Important For Your Health

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Ergonomics

What is Ergonomics?

Ergonomics is the study of the kind of work you do, which includes the environment you work in and the tools used to perform your daily job. The goal of ergonomics is to properly set up your work space so that it fits the biomechanics of your body and the job you are performing. When your workstation is set up right, you may:

  • Be less likely to have problems such as headaches or eyestrain
  • Reduce neck and back pain

Why would a person want a work area to be ergonomic?

It's not uncommon that injuries occur in the work environment. This can in turn cost you and your employer both time and money. In addition, injuries can affect how well you do your job. Ergonomics can help you be comfortable in your own work environment. It can also help lower stress and injury caused by awkward positions and repetitive tasks.

What kinds of injuries happen at work?

Most injuries that take place at work are generally caused by some form of physical stress and/or strain. An example of this is sitting in the same position for a long time, or making repetitive movements. Symptoms can include pain in your:

  • Back
  • Hand, wrist, or arms
  • Neck and shoulders

Injuries can cause long-term health problems. And they use up your sick time.

How can you prevent injuries at work?

Check out our resources section below for information on proper workstation setup, daily injury prevention exercises & stretches, as well as information about our Work Kinetics program. If you’d like to set up a personalized workstation assessment, please print a downloadable copy of the prescription and follow the instructions located on the right hand side of this page, as this is a service covered by most insurance companies.

What can you do if you have a work-related injury?

There are several things you can do at home to help recover from your injury:

  • Rest the painful area and avoid activities that make your pain worse
  • Use ice to reduce pain and swelling
  • Take over-the-counter medicines to relieve pain

Physical Therapy can also help assist you in returning to work quickly and effectively. Because your injury occurred in your work setting, it may be necessary to have a thorough evaluation of your work environment, to ensure that further injuries do not take place. If you would like to have your workspace evaluated, please download the prescription pad to the right, and follow the instructions provided.

Resources

Ergonomics

Work Kinetics
 

 

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How Efficient Is Your Golf Swing?

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Do you want to gain/maintain golf-specific fitness this winter?

Have your swing efficiency measured by our 3D motion analysis system and your body assessed by a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Golf Fitness Instructor utilizing assessment tests used on PGA Touring Professionals.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON OUR GOLF PERFORMANCE PROGRAM >
 

 

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Meet Our New Physical Therapist!

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Jen Rost PT, MSPT

We are happy to welcome Jen Rost PT, MSPT to TAI Physical Therapy at the Athletic Club of Bend! Jen brings over 13 years of inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation exerience to our team, and we look forward to her serving our patients and community.

About Jen Rost PT, MSPT

A native Montanan, Jen graduated from the University of Montana in 1998, receiving her Masters degree in Physical Therapy with honors. She has practiced in Montana, Washington state, and now Oregon, with experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. Her areas of clinical interest include outpatient orthopedics, pediatrics, and sports medicine rehabilitation, especially for the female athlete. Jen has personal experience with the issues and considerations of treating the female athlete as she is a former collegiate volleyball player for the University of Montana. When not practicing therapy, Jen enjoys outdoor activities, recreational volleyball, coaching and officiating volleyball, and spending time with her family.
 

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Pround Sponsor of Bend's First Monster Dash 5K!

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Monster Dash 5K

Bend's first Monster Dash 5K and Kids' Mile Dash is coming to town Sunday, October 28th, 2012 at 10AM. There will be prizes for the best costume and the fastest little monsters!

This 5k will start and end at Highland Elementary School and go through downtown Bend, along the river, over two pedestrian bridges and through Drake Park.

CLICK HERE FOR A MAP OF THE COURSE >

The Monster Dash will be a benefit to raise money and promote awareness for ANGEL FLIGHT WEST. 50% of all sponsorship cash and 100% of all additional participant donations will go to this non-profit (501c3) that helps transport individuals with financial need who need life-saving medical treatments.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON THIS EXCITING RACE >
 

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