Repetitive stress injuries are a serious threat in most workplaces. Understanding workplace ergonomics is crucial to protecting yourself from these types of injuries. At Bernards Sports Chiropractic & Physical Rehabilitation, serving Bernardsville, NJ, and the surrounding areas, we help treat many types of repetitive stress injuries. Keep reading to learn more.

What Are Repetitive Stress Injuries?

A repetitive stress injury is a type of injury that occurs when you use the same body part over and over for a certain task. Tasks such as typing, managing controls, or anything that requires repetitive movements can result in stress and injuries. These types of injuries can cause permanent damage to muscles, tendons, and joints. These injuries are usually associated with pain and limited movement of the body part.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is one common example of this type work injury caused by repetitive motions.

How Our Chiropractor Can Help

If you are putting chronic stress on a body part because of work, you will need to find sustainable ways to deal with pain or possible injuries that result. Our chiropractor can help. Our chiropractor provides you with diagnostics, treatment, and advice on how to improve the ergonomics of your workspace.

What Are Ergonomics?

Ergonomics is the science of designing workspaces for optimum efficiency and promotion of healthy movement. The way you move when you must repeat movements will play a big part in how those movements ultimately affect your muscles, tendons, and joints.

Paying attention to the ergonomics of your workplace and proper lifting practices can help you avoid injury or help with the recovery from an injury. Our team can talk with you on how to improve your workspace for maximum health.

To learn more about our services, contact us at Bernards Sports Chiropractic & Physical Rehabilitation, serving Bernardsville, NJ, and the surrounding areas. We will be happy to answer your questions and schedule you an appointment. Call us today at 908-221-1334.