Whether you’re typing your 100-page thesis, a report for work, or just doing everyday email and word processing, the repetitive strain of typing on a traditional computer keyboard can cause carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow,…
There’s no doubt. Fall has finally arrived on the West Coast! That means it’s time to wrap up your yard work for the season. It’s time to do your last maintenance and winterizing. We’ve compiled…
Have you been looking for a new desk chair? In your research, you may have discovered kneeling chairs and wondered if they were suitable for back pain sufferers. Kneeling chairs were first created and marketed…
Do you consciously think about your posture or technique when cycling? Unless you’re a professional cyclist, these aren’t things you usually think about, but they are essential. Tana Bullock, a Principal Consultant at MoveSafe used…
Are you heading out on the water this summer? If you’re kayaking, canoeing, or paddle boarding this summer, we have some ergonomics and posture tips to ensure taking the boat on the lake isn’t a…
In honour of Athletic Therapy Month, we wanted to highlight this valuable profession and how it helps you prevent or manage injuries at home, work, or during physical activities. Did you know that six of…
Gardening can be a fun outdoor activity, but it can also be a pain in the neck, (literally. Gardening usually involves heavy lifting, crouching, and kneeling for an extended period. If not practiced safely, you…
Are you experiencing pain in your knees or ankles at work? In this final article of our 3-part series discussing orthopedic braces, we will be discussing knee and ankle braces. There are several types of…
Many people use braces to prevent an injury or when making a return to activity following an injury. Knowing what type of brace to use and the proper way to use it is crucial to…
Should you wear an orthopedic brace to prevent injuries at work? Both office and field workers look to braces to help with common ailments such as lower back and wrist pain. In this 3-part series,…