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black man holding back in office image from https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/much-sitting-linked-heart-disease-diabetes-premature-death-201501227618

Health: 5 Ways To Prevent Office Syndrome (Office Related Injuries)

Faith Wambui by Faith Wambui
December 4, 2018
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Office syndrome is a collective term referring to office-related injuries. You know how you feel fatigued even though you’ve spent most of the day sitting? That’s your body’s way of telling you that something is wrong. While sitting might not seem hazardous, doing it for prolonged periods might lead to serious injuries. Try some of these tips to avoid long-term office-related illness.

  1. Adjust Your Office Equipment

Posture is the biggest cause of office syndrome. If your back and neck hurt from sitting in the office, it’s probably because your equipment is not properly positioned. Sitting too high from your desk will cause you to bend thus straining your back. Additionally, ensure that your feet rest firmly on the ground when you sit. If not, invest in a footrest. Use a desktop instead of a laptop as the keyboard can move accordingly and you won’t have to bend all the time.

  1. Take Breaks

Taking a break every hour is necessary to prevent office syndrome no matter how overwhelmed you are with work. Leave your workstation for at least 5 minutes every hour to re-adjust your body. During this time, you can do some light stretching, go to the next cubicle or get a drink of water. You should also look away from your screen for at least 10 seconds every 15 minutes to prevent any eyesight damage.

 

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  1. Get Enough Rest

By resting, you’re able to work with a clear mind and be more aware of your surroundings. Your muscles are more relaxed after a good night’s sleep. You have better posture and are more likely to remember to change your sitting position when you’re well-rested.  Tiredness puts you at a higher risk of developing office syndrome. Additionally, you’ll have enough energy to exercise your muscles when you’re well-rested.

  1. Get A Massage

Our bodies tense up without us realizing it. Though getting a massage might be a luxury to many, our bodies deserve a little pampering once in a while. Visit your favourite spa for massage therapy after a long week at work. Massages ease muscle tension and help reduce stress. Your body will thank you afterwards and you’ll feel refreshed throughout the week.

  1. Stay Hydrated

Dehydration is one of the main causes of muscle injury. Drinking water ensures that there’s enough circulation for your muscles. This improves your muscle function as the electrolytes act as fuel for muscles. In turn, your posture will improve due to strengthened muscles. Additionally, water works as a lubricant for your joints thus preventing inflammation which leads to pain. therefore, you should drink the recommended amount to prevent office syndrome. 7 Tricks For Keeping Yourself Hydrated Every Day

Some of these office-related injuries develop later in life. Ensure that you create a healthy environment at your workplace as you spend most of the day there. In case your equipment is not comfortable, raise the issue with the relevant department.

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