Why Computer Work Often Leads to Stiff Necks, Headaches, and Upper Back Pain—And How to Fix It

by Liz Kirk (PhD) | May 29, 2025 | Injury Prevention, Move More, Neck, Back or Shoulder Pain, Self-Care, Uncategorized, Workplace Health

If you’re a Manager or Team Leader looking for simple, no-cost ways to support team health and wellness, this is for you. This article contains actionable solutions that can immediately improve your team’s comfort, productivity, and wellbeing. Consider sharing...

Unleash the Power of a Brisk Walk at Work

by Liz Kirk (PhD) | Nov 28, 2024 | Uncategorized

Leaders have a clear role in shaping workplace culture and promoting staff well-being, and with the right support, the benefits to team members and team performance can be considerable. To support your efforts, this month’s newsletter focuses on the benefits of...

Get fit for retirement by starting with these micro hacks

by Liz Kirk (PhD) | Jul 19, 2024 | Uncategorized

Is our addiction to screens killing us? Did you know The Alfred Hospital has seen a 20% increase in standing height falls, resulting in serious injuries and fatalities, prompting the expansion of their trauma services? Have you incorporated a fitness program into your...

Reducing Neck Pain Associated with Computer Use: Strengthening Exercises for a Healthier You

by Liz Kirk (PhD) | Jan 30, 2024 | Injury Prevention, Neck, Back or Shoulder Pain, Self-Care, Uncategorized

Image by stefamerpik on Freepik Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.After a brief overview of four research-backed interventions, this article explains and illustrates why...

The Car Seat, Not An Office Chair Maybe Causing Back Pain

by Liz Kirk (PhD) | Dec 10, 2018 | Uncategorized

Good assessments look beyond the workstation for the causes of pain During our one-on-one intensives, in addition to the usual range of questions, (e.g. what screens are used at home, what advice has your physio provided etc), we always ask, “When else do you find you...

A Quick Look at Shoulder Pain

by Liz Kirk (PhD) | Nov 8, 2018 | Office Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

Do you get headaches, shoulder pain, tightness in your upper back, tingles or burning in your shoulder or arm? Then you might be experiencing Mousing Shoulder Effecting muscles and tendons between neck and wrist, mousing shoulder occurs when you hold one tense,...