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If you work in an office or sit down the majority of the day, Office Ergonomics are essential for your health! At ChiroCareLA.com, Dr. Jack Alajajian and his staff recommend adjusting your workspace for your physical needs. It reduces your pain and discomfort both during and after work. Research shows it even boosts your productivity! If you’re interested in learning more, contact our office in Glendale, CA.   Most individuals spend the majority of their day at their desk. It is the key area that needs readjusting. You can’t experience ergonomic success without it. First, adjust the desk to your height. It shouldn’t be too tall or short. You’ll also need to adjust the positioning of items on your desk. Everything needs to be within arms reach. This prevents you from straining yourself when you reach for your phone, papers, etc.   Next, adjust the way you sit. Place your feet flat on the ground. Move your legs into a 90-110 degree angle. This keeps your blood flowing properly throughout...

Maintaining an active life style can lower your chances of experiencing back and spinal pain. There a number of things we advise our patients at ChiroCareLA.com  to do so you avoid spinal pain and stay active. Stretching helps you to stay flexible and helps to increase joint function along with range of motion. Overall, there is a reduced chance of injury when you stretch your muscles before physical activity. Stretching is especially important for patients who work at an office to reduce back pain and prevent poor posture. Remember to keep your feet flat on the floor and your back firmly pressed against your chair. Other tips to a healthier spine include wearing supportive shoes, make sure your pillow supports your neck when you sleep, stand up straight, and hold your phone in your hand while making a call and do not press it against your eat with your shoulder. Following these tips will keep your spine healthier and reduced back pain. For any questions about the services we provide, ...

Having poor posture and back pain often go hand and hand. While back injuries may occur at the gym or doing something as simple as picking something off the ground, years of bad posture may have taken a toll on your back. Over time, putting unnecessary strain on your back adds up and can increase your back pain by up to 50%. Our doctors at Chiro Care LA encourage our patients to use chiropractic treatments to help with back pain and improve your posture. When possible, we encourage our patients who sit at work to stretch every half hour to keep your back loose and your muscles from tightening up. We recommend that our patients sit up straight with their backs to the chair and not slouching. Your computer screen should also be in direct line with your eyes with your feet on the floor. Our doctors want you to be as healthy as possible, which is why we encourage our patients to exercise for at least 30 minutes to an hour a day. Exercising helps to keep you healthy and your body from tight...