Freehold Chiropractor, Dr. Russell Brokstein, reviews ergonomics at your work station.
Every day people go to work and sit at their desks for hours at a time. There is no wonder people experience neck pain, back pain, headaches, shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, aches and pains.
It is extremely important for people to make sure their work station is set up ergonomically correct. Ergonomics is the study of the relationship 
Physical ergonomics at work is concerned with postural and biomechanical characteristics as they relate to physical activity. The relevant topics include working postures, materials handling, repetitive movements, work-related musculoskeletal disorders, workplace layout, safety and health.
The picture to the left can help you set up your desk, chair, computer screen, keyboard and mouse and guide you to proper posture to help reduce work related injuries. It’s also important to note to take breaks every 30 minutes. During these breaks, get up, walk around and stretch.
Ergonomics is one key in helping patients correct the underlying cause of their problems. Taking these simple steps at work can help you in reducing your neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, headaches, numbness and tingling, and stress.
Along with chiropractic care at Hometown Family Wellness Center in Freehold, NJ, Dr. Russell Brokstein discusses activities of daily living, including ergonomics at your place of work that could be one of the causes leading to misalignments that are putting the pressure on the nerves. Dr. Russell has been helping patients for over 14 years in Freehold and the surrounding towns of Marlboro, Manalapan, Howell, Colts Neck, Jackson, Morganville and other communities in Monmouth County, New Jersey. If you are ready to finally live a pain free, healthy lifestyle without drugs or surgery and enjoy your regular daily activities once again, contact our office at 732-780-0044 and go to our website to find out more information at www.ChiropractorFreehold.com