Safe in our hands certification mark
The Certification Mark ‘Safe in our hands’ shows that osteopaths are registered with the General Osteopathic Council. The title ‘Osteopath’ is protected by law in the UK. The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) was set up under The Osteopaths Act 1993 and is one of the 13 UK health and social care statutory regulators. The regulators are set up to protect the public so that whenever a member of the public visits a health or social care professional, they can be sure they meet the required standards.
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Back pain & posture
Work & driving
Sports injuries
Children & babies
As you get older
Are you fit for work?
Occupational injuries account for many millions of working days lost each year in Britain.
No matter whether your work is in the office or outside on the land you need to be able to cope with the individual demands made on your body by the style of work you do.
Manual work inevitably carries the inherent risk of injury caused by heavy and often awkward lifting, overstretching, and periods of prolonged bending causing back and disc injuries, sciatica, and muscle strains.
In the office where desk work is more common, there are the dangers of ‘computer hump’ and ‘mouse wrist’, whilst frequent telephone use affects the neck and shoulders causing headaches and carpal tunnel syndrome etc.
Those who drive for a living need to be aware of their driving position as it affects not only their back, neck and shoulders but also can affect hips, knees and feet.
For the Employee
Going to an osteopath demonstrates to your boss that you are taking an active role in trying to improve your health and reduce your injury. The osteopath will help you look at the style of work you are undertaking and help you find ways of improving the situation and how to prevent a recurrence of your injuries. You will be treated and offered advice on posture and lifting.
An osteopath can also provide you with a sick note if you need time off work.
For the Employer
Osteopathic treatment will usually help to resolve work related injuries earlier so that your work force is more efficient and productive and it will reduce time-off through ill-health.
Some companies already benefit from using an osteopath as part of their care programme for employees thereby improving morale and increasing productivity.
We run workshops which can be tailored to individual working practices, groups and Health and Safety Managers.
Tips
Frequent short breaks away from the desk and computer will help avoid back, neck and eye strain.
Make sure if you are driving that you make time to stop, get out and do some brisk exercise for a few minutes every so often on a long journey.
When lifting at work judge whether you can do this safely or whether you need help. Never be afraid to ask for assistance.
Work and Driving
How to avoid injury:
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change position or activity at least every hour -
take regular exercise that you enjoy
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during repetitive tasks, vary rhythm and take frequent breaks
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on long journeys, adjust car seats and take regular breaks to stretch and move around for a short time
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pace yourself with heavy work and take care when lifting
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watch your children’s posture - they shouldn’t spend too long at a computer or carry bags on one shoulder
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during pregnancy, osteopathy can help your body to adjust to the changes taking place
In case of injury
(bruising, sprains, strains)
Remember RICE
Rest stay calm, lying down is usually best, wait for any spasm to subside
Ice apply anything cold for 10 minutes
Compression use a supportive bandage or cushions if needed
Elevate an injured limb to reduce swelling
Groups & Corporate Clients
We are happy to organise bespoke workshops for groups or corporate clients. Please CONTACT US to discuss your requirements
