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Now that we’re weeks into the new year, we’re getting fully immersed back into our work with few holidays in sight. While many of us are getting back into the swing of things and keeping our noses to the grindstone, it’s important to also be watching out for our own health and safety.
For many, the holidays can result in a break from regular exercise and other precautions we take to avoid injury, and those habits can be difficult to reintegrate into our schedules if we aren’t proactive about it. In fact, studies have shown that workplace-related injuries jump 23% from December to January, with the highest rates of workplace-related injury occurring in the summer months.
So, with that in mind, what workplace injuries are the most common, and how can they be treated?
What Are the Most Common Workplace Injuries?
There are several common workplace injuries, but they really depend on the job. For example, any job that requires lifting heavy items regularly can lead to a workplace injury if the proper care isn’t taking place throughout the lifting process, and sometimes even if you are. These injuries include:
- Strains
- Sprains
- Pulled muscles
- And slipped discs
When it comes to office work utilizing computers and similar products, one of the most common injuries is repetitive strain injury, or RSI. Repetitive motions cause this injury due to typing, gripping tools needed constantly for a particular job, and using a mouse. These can also result from the repetitive motion of scanning items as a cashier or repetitive motions as part of being on an assembly line. These injuries can manifest as carpal tunnel syndrome, rotor cuff tendonitis, bursitis, and more.
Which Of the Most Common Workplace Injuries Can Be Treated with Chiropractic Care?
Repetitive strain injuries such as those listed above are readily treated by chiropractic care and the Graston Technique®. By using specifically designed tools, this technique helps to break up adhesions and the damaged tissue around your muscles, tendons, and nerves to restore your range of motion, alleviate your pain, and give your body the ability to heal properly. Other forms of chiropractic care, as well as deep tissue massage, can also be beneficial.
East Bay Chiropractic Wellness P. C. Can Help You Recover from Injuries Faster
Workplace injuries are more than an inconvenience; they can greatly reduce your quality of life if not properly treated. For more than 35 years, East Bay Chiropractic Wellness P.C. has provided a wide range of chiropractic services to fit your needs. We can work with you on pain management and restoring the range of motion in your neck and back through massage, stretching exercises, spinal adjustments, and the Graston Technique®, which has been shown to facilitate faster and more successful rehabilitation. Schedule your appointment today to be evaluated and determine your best options to restore your quality of life.
