injury-prevention

“Wait. What? Don’t run a wellness program? But Workplace wellness can improve productivity, reduce injuries, reduce absenteeism, help us retain staff and enhance our corporate reputation.” Yes, that’s what I am saying – DON’T RUN A WELLNESS PROGRAM.[…]

8 Spinal Pain Management Tips for Busy Professionals

Truck drivers are an integral part of Australia’s economy. Without the highly valued work they perform our supermarkets wouldn’t be stocked, our homes would be without furniture and our petrol stations wouldn’t have any petrol. Yet, due to the long[…]

Stand up desk have grown exponentially in popularity in recent years. While there is still argument about whether they are the future way of working or just a fad, few have had a deeper look at the evidence. Below I have attempted to answer the[…]

Prior to professionalism, workplace injuries and professional sports injuries were managed a very similar way – injury occurs, commence rehab, return to sport/work. However, the era of professionalism sent injury management in sport down a[…]

A report published by Safe Work Australia in 2016 outlines that people who work shifts have more than double the risk of being injured at work than non-shift workers.

Early intervention strategies to manage workplace musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) have been proven to significantly decrease injury rates and worker’s compensation claim costs within a business.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is the most prevalent peripheral nerve entrapment and presents a considerable challenge for workplaces and the Workers’ compensation system.

What do the Statistics Say?

With advancements in technology and healthcare, Australians are living longer. This means that with an ageing population we also have an ageing working population as people are remaining in employment for longer. Whilst this has benefits for both[…]