Injuries From Working at Home

More people are working from home today than ever before, and it is looking like the trend will continue. However, just because you are working from home doesn’t mean that you are immune to work-related injuries. Poor workplace ergonomics while working from home can lead to various musculoskeletal pain conditions, including sciatica. At Chesapeake Wellness Center, our chiropractor has years of experience treating various injuries that are brought about from working at home.

Sciatica

Sciatica is a condition caused by compression or irritation of your sciatic nerve. Symptoms of sciatica include pain that radiates from your lower back down through your leg, generally on one side of your body. Sciatica has many causes including age, obesity, occupation, and diabetes. In some cases, several of these causes may be contributing to sciatica simultaneously.

If you are working from home, you are probably sitting for extended periods. Due to COVID-19, many people were thrust into a work from the home situation without planning a proper ergonomic desk setup. Some continue to work hunched over a laptop from their sofas while others find themselves sitting at a dining table in a chair meant for short term sitting only.

Our chiropractor can help relieve back pain caused by sciatica and other aches and pains brought on by working at home. When you first visit our clinic, our chiropractor will check your reflexes, posture, and overall health. X-rays may also be performed to identify bulging or herniated discs. Once these exams are complete, our chiropractor will create a chiropractic care plan tailored to your needs. Our chiropractor may also suggest permanent setup changes for your home office.

Visit Our Chiropractor 

If you live in or near Chesapeake, VA, the chiropractic professionals of Chesapeake Wellness Center will work with you to relieve your pain and improve your range of motion. For more information on back pain, sciatica, workplace ergonomics, or to schedule an appointment, call us at (757) 549-1664.