Paisley Physiotherapy Centre: top tips for working from home

Andrew Binning from Paisley Physiotherapy Centre with some top tips for working from home

The most important thing about your posture is that you change it! We advise that you take a micro-break every five to 10 minutes (merely a pause to roll your shoulders, move your arms and reset), and a mini-break every 20 to 30 minutes (move, get some fresh water or a coffee, do a lap of your desk and get back to work).

Take the breaks you are entitled to and make sure you get a decent lunch where you can refuel and help maintain your concentration for the rest of the day. Try to get a little exercise whether that’d be a short walk, a seven minute workout on an app, or wall pilates.

If working on a laptop, get a stand, separate keyboard and mouse. We recommend an ergonomic or upright mouse as it helps keep your upper limbs in a better position.

A good chair is essential but a Swiss ball can make a good alternative and will challenge your core at the same time.

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Standing desks and desk risers are easy to find and are becoming more reasonably priced. With these you can sit, perch and stand, keeping you moving while you are still at your desk.

If you develop aches and pains despite all your best efforts, our staff are on hand with all the latest evidence-based treatment modalities and techniques to help you get back to being the best version of you.

Paisley Physiotherapy Centre is a team of highly qualified and professional physiotherapists offering a wide range of physiotherapy treatments. It was established in 1998 and specialises in the management of all forms of musculoskeletal disorders, including arthritis, back pain and sports injuries. 

Paisley Physiotherapy Centre,13 Old Sneddon Street, Paisley, PA3 2AG, 0141 561 0358, visit the website.