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Back Muscles Damaged by Computer Use submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2010-03-03 16:12

Scientists have found that prolonged computer use leads to damage to back muscles, which can serious pain.

Backcare leaflet on cervical spondylosis submitted by Rowan Merewood — last modified 2010-03-03 16:53

Factsheet describes cervical spondylosis and what to do about it

backpain in the workplace submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2010-03-03 16:29

introductory information from HSE on back problems at work

Posters on Posture submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2010-02-26 19:11

A series of A4 posters providing "how to" guides on correct seating and healthy posture. A good way to avoid getting pain in the neck, shoulders or back.

SAHW - Back Pain & Repetitive Strain Injury submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2010-02-26 13:37

This pages looks at RSI (now often referred to as Upper Limb Disorder) and back pain. There is an overview of some of the causes and also the legislation surrounding the issue.

HSE - Simple Guide to the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2010-03-16 20:55

This guide provides information about the legal requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). Correctly adhering to these will reduce the risk of pain in the back, shoulders and neck.

HSE - In the Driving Seat submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2010-02-26 09:36

The aim of this leaflet is to make employers more aware of vibration as a cause of back pain in drivers and machinery operators. It suggests what you can do to protect your workers from back damage caused by virbation.

ARC - Back pain submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2010-02-24 16:47

If you've got back pain, then you're probably reading this booklet because you want to get better and because you want to understand more about this problem. You are in good company because 4 out of 5 of us get back pain at some time. However, most bouts of back pain get better in a short time and simple painkillers are all that are needed. Getting back to normal activities is the best way to cope with back pain. This booklet is aimed at people who have more persistent (long-lasting) back pain. It explains some of the causes of back pain and what can be done to help it and prevent it happening again

Back in Work submitted by CatH — last modified 2010-02-26 17:35

A section of the HSE website which narrates solutions and advice about managing back pain in the workplace.

BUPA - Back Pain submitted by CatH — last modified 2010-02-26 17:36

This web page provides detailed information on acute and chronic back pain, when to see a doctor and the diagnosis and treatment.

Back Problems submitted by Rowan Merewood — last modified 2010-02-26 19:46

Back problems can manifest themselves as pain, tingling or numbness and may be caused by a variety of poor work practices.