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Be smart. Sit right!

Ever since you were little, you have heard your mom or dad say: sit up! Don’t slouch!  Bring your shoulders back! Maybe your parents were Chiropractors or maybe they weren’t, but they had the right idea.

If you work in an office setting, and most do, you’re likely sitting 40 hours a week. That’s a solid 160 hours a week or about 2000 hours a year. If you’re going to do something for that long, you’re better off taking steps to do it efficiently so that your body has a chance to be functional for many years to come.

If you’re an office worker, tell our East Vancouver Chiropractor what you do.  He/she will want to know your daily work demands, if you sit or stand at work, what your workstation looks like and if work causes stiffness, discomfort or pain. With the help of your Chiropractor or a qualified health professional, take a few steps to make your working environment a better place:

8 Rules on Sitting Posture for a Pain-Free Back

1. Make sure your feet are well supported.  Place them comfortably on the floor or on a footrest and distribute your weight equally.
2. If you have a monitor, angle it so that it is about 10 to 20 degrees below your line of sight.
3. Sit close to the desk, ensure that your elbows are at 90 degrees and by your sides.  They should be resting comfortably on your desk with your shoulders relaxed.
4. Adjust your chair so your hips are sitting just above your knees.  Your knees should generally be bent close to 90 degrees.
5. Sit back into the chair so that your back is well-supported by the chair.
6. Keep your head back so your earlobes sit around the level of the front of your shoulders.  If that’s uncomfortable, get as close as you can without pain or major discomfort.
7. Don’t sit for too long, take frequent walking breaks.  Even if it’s a 30 second walk, it’s good for your joints and muscles to move and relieve built-up tension.
8. Remember, your workstation should accommodate you, not the other way around!  Keep your monitor and other work related material directly in front of you.

Remember, these are general guidelines that work for most people. Check the links below for a more complete set of guidelines.

• University of California.  Ergonomics: Good posture for a healthy back: http://ergonomics.ucr.edu/posture.html
• American Chiropractic Association. Patient resources: Tips to maintain a good posture http://www.acatoday.org/content_css.cfm?CID=3124

Optimize Your Workstation, Consult a Chiropractor

The best way to optimize your workstation is to consult a professional like the East Vancouver Chiropractors at Backs in Action and have it tailored to your specific needs to right way.

Backs in Action is easily accessible from Burnaby and Downtown Vancouver as we are only steps away from the Commercial Broadway Skytrain! Call 604-876-9977 or email info@backsinaction.ca to book today.

For more of our chiropractic posts on back pain treatment and care, follow our Vancouver chiropractor's blog posts - click here.

Happy sitting everyone!

Dr. Shervin Ranjbar

Vancouver Chiropractor - Click here to learn more about Dr. Shervin Ranjbar

 

ICBC Motor Vehicle Accident Coverage for Vancouver and BC

Have you been in a motor vehicle accident? Do you suffer from neck and back pain due to your motor vehicle accident? Are you aware of the benefits of chiropractic care for your injury? Did you know that you can obtain care immediately without any referrals or fees?

Have you heard of the ICBC Chiropractic Pilot Project?

What is the ICBC Chiropractic Pilot Project?

If you are an ICBC customer and have been in an automobile accident, you are fully covered by ICBC for Chiropractic treatment whether you are at fault or not. If you have been injured in a crash and have coverage through ICBC, you can begin treatment with a chiropractor immediately after you report the claim. You do not need to get approval from your adjustor or a doctor first.

ICBC pays the Chiropractor clinic directly so you don’t have to pay the user fees regardless of the number of necessary treatments. Just bring your claim number and adjustors name and number to your first chiropractic visit and we can confirm you are covered.

What ICBC Chiropractic Coverage means for you

• No money out of your pocket
• Covered for as many visits as necessary to get back to pre-accident status or when you have reached a level of maximal medical recovery
• Receive professional and thorough care
• Immediate treatment so you can address the pain before it evolves into chronic pain

Book a Chiropractic Visit Today

Call us at 604-876-9977 or email info@backsinaction.ca to book a chiropractic appointment with our East Vancouver Chiropractors today!

The Backs in Action Clinic is conveniently located steps from the Commercial Broadway Skytrain Station, easily accessible from Burnaby and Downtown Vancouver. Don’t delay getting treatment, call and get back into action!

For useful tips and information on back pain care and treatment, follow our Vancouver chiropractors' blog posts - click here.

What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome?

• Ilio-Tibial (IT) Band: Tendon/ligament running down the side of the leg from the hip to the shin
• Iliotibial Band Syndrome is when the IT band rubs over the lateral epicondyle (bump of bone on the side of the knee) causing inflammation
  • Also known as Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome
• Commonly a running injury, ITBS also affects cyclists.

Causes of Iliotibial Band Syndrome?

• Repetitive Activities: Running uphill, Cycling, Sports
• Overpronation
• Internal Rotation of the lower leg

Symptoms of Iliotibial Band Syndrome?

• Tenderness/Pain on the outside of the leg
• Swelling/Pain on the outside of the knee

Treatment for Iliotibial Band Syndrome?

• Custom Foot Orthotics
  • Correct the pronation associated with ITB
  • Alleviate stress off of the IT Band by reducing the rotational forces that act on the knee joint (more info)
• Massage Therapy for ITB Syndrome
• Myofascial Release and stretching of the Gluteal and TFL (Tensor fascia latae) muscles to release stress and tension of the IT Band.
• Stretches for ITB Syndrome

For more information on Iliotibial Band Syndrome , visit healthlinkbc.ca/healthtopics/content.asp?hwid=th1459

For a complimentary custom orthotic and postural assessment with our East Vancouver chiropractor call 604-876-9977 or email info@backsinaction.ca today!

Backs in Action Wellness Centre is conveniently located steps from the Commercial Broadway Skytrain, which is only 10 minutes from Burnaby!