Occupational Physiotherapy for Work Related Problems Edinburgh
Is your work a literal pain in the butt? Modern work conditions, whether in the office, or on a warehouse or factory floor, are a major factor that contributes to musculoskeletal problems. Back pain alone is responsible for a massive amount of sick leave, and a lot of misery.
Stop work related strain and pain from damaging your ability to move and enjoy life. Learn how to work smart and in a healthy way.
With so many hours spent at work, be it a desk at the office, on your feet in a busy kitchen or lifting boxes and driving deliveries, no wonder many people suffer from work related issues, from back pain to carpal tunnel issues and similar troubles.
Physiotherapy can provide you with the tools to relieve existing pain and avoid future problems. And if you are an employer, physiotherapy consultation can literally save you money lost through illness and lower performance.
How can physiotherapy help with work-related problems?
We will look at and advise on the following aspects:
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Workstation design and layout including equipment and furniture.
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Wider working environment and layout, especially important when people are moving fast and carrying loads.
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Worker behaviour including positions, techniques for limiting risk (eg when lifting or load carrying) and specialist aids that can help with specific issues.
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Techniques to avoid repetitive strain and position-related pain problems, including exercise advice.
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Specific treatments for pain and mobility problems resulting from work.
Ergonomics and workstation assessment and advice
Ergonomics, the science of design that fits people’s bodies (and minds) is important, but developing good work hygiene habits and treating existing problems is all part of the solution.
As always, our work together starts with a thorough assessment: your specific problems, and the conditions at your workstation or in your place of work. It’s the specific relationship between those two that we want to improve to relieve pain, discomfort and help prevent further deterioration. This makes for a happy client, and a more productive employee with less downtime.
We don’t always have much influence on what our employers provide us in terms of work space and design, but you can still take steps to treat and prevent work-related problems.
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I recommend Sebastian! Professional physiotherapist with excellent approach to his patient and great knowledge. Great communication, explains everything in real time. Responds to all questions and problems. Online contact very efficient.
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I have been working out in the gym and for a long time I had a problem with a painful elbow especially after a chest and triceps day. After one treatment of Shockwave I felt a big difference, like I had a new elbow. Thank you, Sebastian.
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Highly recommended. Sebastian’s treatment was very professional, he has knowledge, skills and professional equipment also help me understand how to exercise my back and avoid pain in future.
