Could prolonged sitting reduce your life span? The argument for sit versus stand
Similar studies conclude that those who sit for long periods every day live around two years less than those who are more active.
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Real time feedback inspires adults to stick with excercise
Adherence improves greatly when adults track exercise patterns on a PDA or smartphone.
When it comes to weight loss and exercise adherence, a little feedback goes a long way. A study released this month by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) finds that adults are more likely to stick with their exercise program when they get real-time feedback on their progress.
The study, “Phy…
Patients say “No Thanks” to risky medical treatments
Given a choice, patients take a more conservative clinical approach. A recent study suggests that increasing patient responsibility for making medical decisions may decrease their willingness to accept risky treatment options.
Improve your posture: 5 tips on how to straighten up at the office
When you stand up after a day at work, does your back resemble a question mark? Bad posture whilst sitting at your desk can easily lead to back pain.
The future of back pain treatment is not what you think
In the future, we’re going to think about back pain very differently. In fact, researchers predict that the way we think about pain is the way that we will manage it. It was only in January this year that scientists at the University of Colorado definitively proved that there is a dedicated pain pathway in the brain that has no link to the body, rather, to our thoughts and emotions.
Here’s what you can do to avoid and manage joint pain
Joints can be a really big pain. They swell up, ache and hurt. Not so long ago joint pain was an “old person” problem. But not anymore. With longer lifespans our musculoskeletal system needs to work harder for longer. Sadly, it is not always up to the task. What is joint pain? Joint pain is caused by a few different factors and varies a lot in severity and length of discomfort.
Four ways to improve your posture at home
Workplace ergonomics is now on the radar of most employers across Australia – thanks to education campaigns and research into the impacts of sitting poorly. Companies are increasingly willing to invest in OH&S equipment and raise ergonomics awareness in order to reap the ongoing benefits for their staff.
But when it comes to applying this approach to the home, we still have some catching…
HumanTouch Perfect Chair PC-610 – Zero Gravity Recliner
If Back Pain is the Problem, this is the Perfect Solution.
“The Perfect Chair embodies the latest research and smart ergonomics that promotes relief from back pain by naturally decompressing vertebrae.” Dr. James Rouse- Primary Care Clinician, Human Touch Wellness Authority.
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Does pain really increase with cold weather?
Do you remember your grandparents ever telling you that it was about to rain, not because the weather report, but because they felt the coming rain in their bones? Feeling a change in the weather through pain in your joints is an old wives’ tale held onto so strongly that scientists have been compelled to investigate the phenomena.
Herman Miller Sayl chair – how to adjust guide
Herman Miller makes health-positive chairs to help people work at their most safe, effective, and motivated levels, so everyone can thrive. The creator of the iconic Aeron office chair, Herman Miller has launched its newest innovation the SAYL® ergonomic chair.
