Home and office workers can be tempted to become less physically active, with major implications for their health, but simple steps like regular strength exercises can combat problems like muscle loss and a reduction in cardiovascular capacity.
By Dr RS Bridger on 03 August 2022
Exploring how employers can help manage musculoskeletal pain caused by sedentary desk working.
By Belinda Liversedge on 02 August 2022
We are sitting more than ever before – and our sedentary lives are having a big impact on both our mental health and long-term health.
By Gavin Bradley, Active Working on 07 January 2022
The move to home working may increase the prevalence of ill health and obesity if workers spend more time sitting, so it’s essential employers encourage staff to exercise more.
By Dr RS Bridger on 02 August 2021
Many people will be affected by musculoskeletal problems during their working life, but there are simple steps employers can take to help them to remain in work, therefore retaining valuable members of staff.
By Karen Walker-Bone, University of Southampton on 04 May 2021
Book review by Gavin Bradley, founder of Active Working CIC
By Gavin Bradley reviewing book by Dr Robert Bridger on 10 August 2020
Employers should remind workers of safe manual handling techniques to help prevent musculoskeletal problems such as back pain.
By Mark Fletcher, Physio Med on 02 August 2020
A new poll has revealed that home workers are divided between those thriving and those desperate to get back to the office.
By Belinda Liversedge on 26 May 2020
The effects of the coronavirus crisis are being felt across the world. In the UK, the government has put social distancing measures in place and ordered many businesses to close in order to minimise human contact, slow the spread of the virus and relieve the strain on the NHS.
By Mark Fletcher, Physio Med on 12 May 2020
Find the right accessory for your stand-up desk, with these standing desk mats all tried and tested over a period of weeks in our offices at Hammersmith.
By Belinda Liversedge on 16 December 2019
