The Importance of Musculoskeletal Health
The musculoskeletal system consists of bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, and muscles that give the body structure and power for movement. Learn how to maintain musculoskeletal health through posture, ergonomics, stretching, and building strength.
Head Posture and Alignment of the Spine
A healthy posture is critical. Learn how to realign your head over your shoulders to prevent head, neck, mid-back, and low-back problems.
Workstation Set-up to Ensure Musculoskeletal Health
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the work environment contributes significantly to musculoskeletal disorders. Learn how to optimize your workstation for safety and how to prevent repetitive stress injuries.
Reduce Sitting: Get Out of that Chair
Sitting for prolonged periods impacts posture, flexibility, and mobility. Learn some practical tips to protect your spinal health.
Stretches to Increase Hip Flexibility
Tight hip muscles can limit your range of motion and contribute to low-back pain or injury. Learn some stretches to increase hip flexibility.
Maintain Musculoskeletal Health with Back Stretches
Learn twelve back stretches to do whenever you feel stiff to make you feel good and help you maintain musculoskeletal health.
Maintain Musculoskeletal Health with Hand and
Forearm Stretches
Repetitive stress injuries occur with repeated movement. Learn three hand and forearm stretches to reduce or prevent injuries related to keyboard and mouse usage.
Forearm Stretches
Using an Exercise Band to Support Musculoskeletal Health
An exercise band is easily transportable and offers a great way to stretch and improve your musculoskeletal health. Learn 5 exercises to increase flexibility with an exercise band.
Musculoskeletal Health When Standing
Good posture is formed by habit. Learn the fundamentals of healthy standing posture to maintain musculoskeletal health.
