Neck

Ergonomic Stretches for Neck Pain

Whenever carrying out these stretches remember the following advice:

• Stretches should be completed on both sides of the body, 2 – 3 times
• Hold stretches for the times indicated
• Breathe out slowly as you stretch
• Make sure that you only feel the stretch in the area indicated
• Only hold stretches that feel good, and let go of stretches gently

Carrying out the following stretching exercises (in any order) can help to reduce discomfort and muscle tightness.

Chin Retraction

Gently push your head straight back (not up or down) so that your ear is directly above your shoulder.

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Diagonal Side Bend

 Take your ear towards your shoulder and then tip your head forwards.

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Neck Rotation

This stretch is good at targeting one side of the neck at a time.

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Neck Side Flexion

This stretch is good at targeting one side of the neck at a time.

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Ergonomics Services

Joyworkz offer the following ergonomic options:

1. Workstation Assessor Training

Set up your staff right! This comprehensive, yet practical, training programme is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to conduct Workstation Assessments for your staff. Training takes aproximately five hours: Two & half-hour theory session – based on a 45-page training manual – followed by a two hour “real-life” practical coaching session. Click here for further details.

2. One Hour “Happy Computer User” seminar/webinar

Equip staff with the skills to avoid computer related discomfort. This seminar (or webinar) provides information about the causes of computer related pain. It then outlines the steps required for someone to set up their own workstation successfully with optimal ergonomic settings and appropriate hardware (both in the office and/or working from home). Click here for further details.

3. Single Workstation Assessment for Chronic or Acute pain cases

If an individual staff member is carrying high levels of discomfort, our experienced assessor can carry out a comprehensive workstation assessment to help minimise their discomfort while working at their computer workstation. Click here for further details.