When your work involves long days sitting at your computer, you don’t want to be bothered by an aching back, tight shoulders, headaches or painful arms. You want to be comfortable, productive and feel focused on the task at hand. The set-up of your workplace plays a vital role in avoiding fatigue and keeping pain at bay. That’s why workplace assessments are a big part of what we do at Bend + Mend.
Many people have a sense that posture is important and have picked up a few tips over the years. However, getting it right on your own isn’t easy. There’s a critical difference between knowing what to do and managing to do it every day. In fact, it’s possible to have all the “right” equipment and still be uncomfortable or at risk of injury.