Made to move
Could active sitting provide a solution to our sedentary-related health problems? We visit a unique shop to find out.
By Belinda Liversedge on 01 September 2023
musculoskeletal disorders
2.5m adults in UK economically inactive due to long-term ill health
More than 2.5 million in the UK are economically inactive due to one or more long-term health conditions, ONS data has revealed.
By Belinda Liversedge on 09 August 2023
Spring Budget: funding to tackle leading health causes keeping people out of work
The Spring Budget has set out more funding for mental health, musculoskeletal conditions and cardiovascular disease to support more people to stay in work.
By Belinda Liversedge on 16 March 2023
Getting educated on musculoskeletal health
Teachers in early years education can be at risk of suffering musculoskeletal problems due to factors like regularly stooping to interact with young children, but there are practical ways of reducing the risk of pain and injury.
By Lorna Taylor, Jolly Back on 11 October 2022
Musculoskeletal disorders at work – the current state of play in Britain
The latest statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) show that in Great Britain in 2020/21, approximately 470,000 workers reported suffering from new or longstanding work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
By Charlotte O’Kane and Hannah Frost, Pinsent Masons on 03 October 2022
Hip and knee replacement: getting people back to work
Workers suffering from severe osteoarthritis may eventually require a knee or hip replacement, but there are many practical steps employers can take to keep them in work in the run-up to the operation – and help them successfully return afterwards.
By Professor Karen Walker-Bone, Monash Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health on 03 October 2022
HSE inspectors to target MSDs in construction
Construction sites across Great Britain are being targeted as part of a health inspection initiative aimed at reducing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
By Belinda Liversedge on 03 October 2022
Sit-stand desks: avoid the pitfalls
Sit-stand desks are a useful way of reducing sedentary behaviour at work, but it’s essential workers are trained to use them properly.
By Guy Osmond, Osmond Ergonomics on 08 August 2022
It’s time to move
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
Danger at the desk
Exploring how employers can help manage musculoskeletal pain caused by sedentary desk working.
By Belinda Liversedge on 02 August 2022
