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Desk work getting you down? Don’t let your spine suffer.

Here’s how to create an ergonomic desk setup that will help—not hurt—your body.

Whether you’re heading into an office or working from home in your favorite slippers, having an ergonomic workstation is more important than ever. After all, most of us spend hours sitting at a desk, and an ergonomic desk setup can make the difference between ending the day feeling great or dealing with aches and pains.

Contrary to what you might think, setting up an ergonomic space doesn’t have to require expensive equipment or a complete overhaul to have an immense impact.

Read on for practical tips to create a workstation that supports your body—no matter where you call “the office.”

If you’ve ever bent down to pick up a heavy item and felt an uncomfortable twinge in your back, you’re certainly not alone. Back injuries from lifting are more common than you might think, and even a single wrong move can lead to days—or even weeks—of discomfort.

While you may recover quickly the first time, a single injury often sets the stage for future flare-ups if you’re not careful. The good news is that with the right techniques, you can dramatically lower your risk of getting hurt.

In this guide, we’ll walk through safe lifting principles that will help protect your back before, during, and after you lift that heavy object. We’ll also cover common mistakes to avoid and tools that make moving bulky items easier.

Whether you’re rearranging furniture, carrying boxes during a move, or just tackling a home improvement project, these simple steps can go a long way toward keeping your body healthy and pain-free.

Smartphones are an integral part of our lives, but they can also cause a lot of pain in the neck.

Learn what text neck syndrome is and how to prevent neck pain.

Technology touches our lives in many different ways. It has opened the roads of communication, allowed us to see people from other countries on video, pack computers in a bag and carry them along, and given us the ability to take quality photos any time we want.

So what if we told you that technology could actually be causing you physical pain? The way we hold devices (and how long we use them) can actually manifest in aches and pains throughout our body due to poor posture.

Namely: text neck also known as tech neck.

Read on to find out what text neck syndrome is, and how you might be able to alleviate or prevent it.

Whether you drive long periods like 90 minutes a day or shorter ones like 10, ergonomics matters.

Here are some tips to help you with good driving posture.

Whether you’re sitting at your desk or on the couch, lying in bed, standing in the kitchen, or driving, your posture plays a big factor in your overall health.

Poor posture leads to body aches and pains, which then limit your ability to complete normal activities. While you may not think about it, your posture when you’re behind the wheel is just as important as when you’re sitting anywhere else.

Your health is important to us, and that’s why we’ve outlined the keys to good driving posture as well as why it matters.

Good posture doesn’t just give you confidence. It can also improve your overall health.

Here are some tips for how to improve your posture.

At some point, we’ve all been told to “stand up straight!”—whether by a parent, teacher, or some other authority figure. And as you’ve gotten older, you may have come to see the wisdom of this advice.

Having poor posture can pull joints out of alignment, stretch soft tissues, and even crowd your organs. Over time, this can lead to chronic pain and soreness.

Fortunately, it’s never too late to learn how to improve your posture! In this article, we’ll talk about what good posture looks like as well as some ways that you can work on holding your body with more confidence and less pain.

Strong joints have a huge impact on your overall health.

Here’s how to strengthen your joints to prevent injury and improve movement.

From creaking and popping to stiffness and pain, joint complaints are an expected part of getting older. But just because these symptoms are common doesn’t mean they are natural.

When we feel pain and discomfort, we typically take it as a sign to rest the affected area. While this may relieve pain temporarily, it’s actually doing more harm in the long run.

If you want to retain the use of your joints, regular use is the key. (As the saying goes, “use it or lose it!”) In this article, we’ll talk about how to strengthen your joints so you can experience painless, fluid movement as long as possible.

We’ve all seen devices that claim to improve your posture.

But do posture correctors really live up to the hype?

We’ve all been told to “sit up straight” by a teacher or parent at some point. And for many of us, using good posture doesn’t come naturally.

Sitting all day while looking down at a mobile device has left most people in a permanent slouch (“text neck” is a real thing!). The good news is that there are plenty of products on the market to act as a reminder to straighten up.

In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at posture correctors and answer the question, “Do they really work?”

You know you should stretch before a run or other workout…

But why is stretching important on its own?

Did you know that a good and consistent stretching regimen is just as important as an exercise routine? And no, we aren’t talking about your morning stretch when you first wake up.

There is real value in regular stretching, not only before and after exercise, but as part of your day.

Read on to find out why stretching is important, the many benefits of stretching, and how to incorporate stretching into your everyday routine.

Pain, numbness, tingling…these are all telltale signs of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Here’s how to treat carpal tunnel naturally.

One of the biggest wellness myths today is that occasional aches and pains are “normal,” when in fact, pain is a signal that the body sends when something is wrong.

The pain from carpal tunnel syndrome is no different.

But just what causes this common (yet mysterious) ailment, and what can you do to relieve your symptoms? Here at Oviedo Chiropractic, we know how to treat carpal tunnel so you can get back to living your normal life—without the side effects of medication and surgery.

Let’s take a deeper dive into this condition.

Those boots are made for walking, but not for your health!

Learn about the effects of high heels on your body and how you can prevent pain and injury.

Most women own at least one pair of high heels, and many of them wouldn’t be caught without a pair of stilettos, pumps, or platforms.

But while you’ve probably spent plenty of time thinking about how your shoes complement your outfit, have you given as much thought to how they affect your foot and ankle health?

As it turns out, the effects of high heels go way beyond fashion.

In this article, we’ll discuss what happens to your body when you wear high heels and how you can mitigate the negative effects (and still be stylish).

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How To Create An Ergonomic Desk Setup

Desk work getting you down? Don’t let your spine suffer.

Safe Lifting Techniques To Avoid Back Injury

Do You Have “Text Neck”?

Smartphones are an integral part of our lives, but they can also cause a lot of pain in the neck.

Do You Have Good Driving Posture?

Whether you drive long periods like 90 minutes a day or shorter ones like 10, ergonomics matters.

How To Improve Your Posture

Good posture doesn’t just give you confidence. It can also improve your overall health.

How To Strengthen Your Joints

Strong joints have a huge impact on your overall health.

Do Posture Correctors Really Work?

We’ve all seen devices that claim to improve your posture.

Why Is Stretching Important?

You know you should stretch before a run or other workout…

How To Treat Carpal Tunnel

Pain, numbness, tingling…these are all telltale signs of carpal tunnel syndrome.

The Negative Effects of High Heels

Those boots are made for walking, but not for your health!

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Desk work getting you down? Don’t let your spine suffer.

Smartphones are an integral part of our lives, but they can also cause a lot of pain in the neck.

Whether you drive long periods like 90 minutes a day or shorter ones like 10, ergonomics matters.

Good posture doesn’t just give you confidence. It can also improve your overall health.

Strong joints have a huge impact on your overall health.

We’ve all seen devices that claim to improve your posture.

You know you should stretch before a run or other workout…

Pain, numbness, tingling…these are all telltale signs of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Those boots are made for walking, but not for your health!

Oviedo Chiropractic

Appointments

Car Accidents | Massage Therapy | Chiropractic Care | Sports Chiropractic | Headaches | Ergonomics |
Exercise | Neck Pain | Posture | Pregnancy Chiropractic | E-Stim Therapy | Back Pain | Golf