Using optimal body mechanics is the ideal way to prevent musculoskeletal injuries but situations do exist where good posture may be difficult to attain. Getting stuck in awkward upper body postures, like the ‘chicken wing’ or with your arms overhead for long periods of time can lead to fatigue or breakdown of the muscles in…
One of the most frequently asked questions MoveSafe gets during our Webinars and Ergonomics Assessments, is, “what do we think about ball chairs?” Well that is a loaded question, so here is the loaded answer! Tl;dr: Ball chairs could have their time and place, but they shouldn’t replace your traditional office chair for an entire…
History MoveSafe originally developed a movement screen for industrial athletes in 2012 as a way to provide assistance to people with muscle and movement imbalances affecting their ability to avoid injuries. At the time, we had noted that very few clients could afford the onsite clinical services, not to mention that offering rehabilitation services tends…
When our ergonomic consultants perform ergonomics assessments either in person or virtually it is common to see individuals with their monitors positioned incorrectly. Monitors that are positioned too high, too low, or too far away can result in strain and discomfort in the muscles and joints of the neck and upper back. Having monitors positioned…
Return to Office Tips for Human Resources or Office Management Restrictions are lifting and we know companies are beginning to plan their return to the office for September. We have heard of a few different strategies including a full-time return to the office, a hybrid style with time split between the home and office and…
Can you believe that it has now been a full year since lockdown measures and work from home orders were put in place across North America and the world? Some days have felt like time dragged on while other days passed in the blink of an eye! As we look back on the year that has been, we want…
These short follow-along exercise videos are great for your team to use for energizing the body once every hour during video conferences, webinars or meetings. As always, quality is important so please ensure you follow the instructions provided in the video to make sure you are using proper technique. MoveSafe® Movement Break #1 The exercises…
Gripping hand tools and the repetitive movements required to use them are common contributors to workplace Repetitive Strain Injuries. These injuries can occur in the back, neck, shoulder, forearm, wrist and hand. As always it is vital that workers use the ‘Big 3’ healthy postures and movements while performing work tasks. The following videos provide…
Congratulations on your new addition! You have now entered the group of people that worry day after day, night after night, wondering if they are doing the right thing. It’s okay, you are not alone. In this article, we will not only review common movements such as picking up and holding your little one, but…
All too often during an ergonomics assessment we see individuals sitting in expensive office chairs that are not set up to provide good support. Most office chairs are highly adjustable, in order to suit a large variety of individuals; but all these adjustable features means a lot of complicated knobs and levers. In this article…
