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Back pain at work: Preventing pain and injury
Learn what you can do to avoid and prevent back pain at work.
Job burnout: How to spot it and take action
Stress on the job can affect your physical and mental health. Know the signs and when to take action.
Job satisfaction: How to make work more rewarding
Consider real-life strategies to help restore meaning to your work.
Manage your health and time while balancing work demands
Get tips to manage your health, stay focused, and use your time well while dealing with job pressures and demands.
Office ergonomics: Your how-to guide
Use this visual ergonomics guide to make your sitting work space more comfortable.
Office work: Don't take it sitting down!
Finding time to exercise can be a challenge. Why not work out while you work? To make office exercise a part of your routine, walk or bike to work, get off the bus a few blocks early, or park farther from the door. Stand while talking on the phone or skip instant messaging and walk to a colleague's desk for a chat. Organize a lunchtime walking group or schedule walking meetings.
Reduce your risk of falling with daily floor time
Falls are a serious risk for older adults, especially those who don't have the strength or mobility to get back up. Mayo Clinic physical therapist Jane Hein believes that practice is the best form of prevention.
Sitting at your desk doesn't have to be a pain in the neck
Maximize your day-to-day comfort and efficiency by paying attention to workspace ergonomics.
Tweak your walking routine for muscle and bone health
With a few changes to your regular walking routine, you can keep muscle and bone loss at bay as you age.
Video: Neck stretches for the workplace
Neck stretches can help prevent stiffness. Try these stretches at work.
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