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Don’t ignore shoulder pain

January 24, 2016

In 2012, more than 68,000 cases involving days away from work occurred due to shoulder injuries, according to the National Safety Council chartbook, “Injury Facts.” Shoulder injuries can seriously affect a worker’s life. The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers’ Compensation states that pain is the most common symptom of a shoulder injury, with other symptoms including stiffness, a “locking” sensation, and numbness or tingling down the arm.

Practice proper workplace ergonomics

December 14, 2015

Do you sit at a desk for hours at a time for work? Do you ever feel sore, experience back or neck pain, or have pain in your fingers? If so, you may not be practicing proper ergonomics.

Practice good ergonomics

May 22, 2015

Whether sitting in an office all day or moving material in a warehouse, practicing good ergonomics can help workers stay healthy.

Paint pail lifter

April 26, 2015

The Pail Lifter is the fast, safe and easy way to handle 5-gallon paint pails.

Tablet use puts strain on neck: study

April 8, 2015

Pullman, WA – Looking at a tablet computer puts 3 to 5 times more strain on users’ neck muscles than when the neck is not bent, recent research from Washington State University indicates.

Online program emphasizes office ergonomics

February 27, 2015

Toronto – As part of International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day (which takes place annually on Feb. 28), office workers can use a new online training program to learn about the importance of ergonomics and how to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders.