Workplace ergonomics

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Workplace ergonomics has become more important than ever. With so many people spending their day sitting down. Sitting is now seen as the new smoking. Sitting for long periods in the same position (or immobilizing your body) can cause all kinds of short- and long-term complaints. Think of neck and shoulder complaints (CANS) in the short term, while in the long term joint damage (osteoarthritis), weakened ligaments and a decrease in muscle strength are lurking.

In addition, we find that many people have outdated ideas about adjusting the workplace correctly, recognizing the first symptoms of CANS and remedying them.

At AmstelFysio, we have extensive experience in conducting workplace ergonomics workshops. These workshops focus on training your staff and focus on self-empowerment. We put the vitality of your staff first!

We teach your staff how best to set up the workplace, how to reduce the negative effects of prolonged sitting and how to recognize and remedy the first symptoms of injury.

What does your staff learn?

After the workshop, your staff will be able to:

  • Adjusting the chair yourself in the right way
  • Properly adjust the rest of the workstation and work envelope
  • To reflect on one's own physical functioning
  • Timely intervention when complaints arise

 

Better productivity

A vital employee usually has more energy, which ensures better productivity, concentration, a better working atmosphere and collegiality. By preventing complaints, there is a high chance of decreasing absenteeism.

Our workshops last one hour, can accommodate groups of up to 30 people, and are taught by one of our therapists at your location. This way we keep the workshops intensive with plenty of individual attention and time for questions.

Workshop contents workplace ergonomics

During the workshop we will cover the following components:

  • Biomechanics of the spine
  • Effects of immobilization
  • Setting up the workstation (chair and work envelope)
  • OfficeFit exercises and stretches

The focus of the workshop is on reducing existing symptoms, helping in preventing symptoms in the future and promoting an overall healthy lifestyle.

The cost for a workshop is €450 excluding VAT.

Continued opportunities

If, following the workshop, there is still a need for more information or help, AmstelFysio offers the following programs:

  • Individual workplace analysis
  • Office bootcamp
  • Running training for business runs
  • Pilates
  • Use of yoga strip and foam rolling.

We would love to meet with you to discuss our workshop and create a plan to keep your staff as vital as possible at work!