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Tips for Working from Home

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We’ve all experienced major changes as we practice social distancing due to coronavirus and working from home is one of them. For many people, it’s a huge adjustment to work from home. Whether you’re still getting acclimated to your new workspace or learning how to conduct meetings remotely, there is a lot of change happening. With those changes often comes back and neck pain. Here are our tips to help prevent pain while working from home.

Set Up a Work Station

As comfortable as your couch is, it may not be ideal as a workspace for 8 hours a day. Just as you’ve set up proper ergonomics at your office, you need to do the same at home. Make sure you have a space to either stand or sit at a table or desk (both would be best!). Your forearms should be parallel to the floor whether you are sitting or standing, and if sitting, your thighs should be parallel to the ground. Be sure to have a seat with back support – a small rolled-up towel will always work for lumbar support! Keep your computer at eye level and evaluate your posture regularly.

Stretch

Some of us get so focused, we don’t remember that our bodies need to move! Set a timer at least once an hour to get up and stretch your back and legs and take a short walk. This will help get your blood moving and supply fresh oxygen and healing nutrients throughout your body. Not only will you feel better, but this simple task can help prevent injury.

Take Breaks

In an office environment, you probably take many mini-breaks throughout the day without even realizing it. Whether it’s getting up to walk to the restroom or fill up your water bottle or to chat with a co-worker, it’s important to give your brain a break! While working from home, this can be harder to do. Make a point to take a breather every now and then to help manage your stress.

These mini-breaks are a great time to get in a few stretches. Beyond moving your legs and back, roll your shoulders, turn your head from side to side slowly, and practice head extensions. Roll your wrists and ankles around to loosen up. This will improve how you feel both physically and mentally.

Get Adjusted

Just as we’re all getting adjusted to our new normal, your spine probably needs to be adjusted, too! Dr. Tracey Stiles uses gentle and effective adjustments to keep your spine in alignment to relieve your pain and help your body function optimally. To schedule an adjustment with Chicago’s best chiropractor, click here!

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Patient Reviews

"My overall health has also improved because my allergies and my arthritis are also not as severe as they used to be. Dr. Stiles has always been very accommodating with her hours and appointments, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. Over the years, I have recommended my sister, my best friend, my cousin and other friends to this office for chiropractic care."

-Anonymous

"Excellent patient care and a convenient location.  Dr. Stiles technique is gentle and effective.  The office staff is professional and flexible.  The office hours offer a wide array of times for busy working people.  I switched from a chiropractor that I loved for the location and have not lost anything in terms of service.  I highly recommend for pain management, maintenance and wellness services."

-Ruanda G.

"Not the typical doctors office.  Dr. Stiles & staff are friendly and are flexible with appointments. And my neck and my back feel great!"

-Kevin T.

"Dr. Stiles is very gentle and caring and helpful in explaining what was wrong with my neck and spine. She came up with a treatment plan for me for the next few months. I was re-examined a few weeks ago and showed a lot of improvement! All without surgery. I highly recommend this chiropractic office."

-Monique P.

"Everyone in the office is very nice and helpful. I started going to Dr. Stiles because I had vertigo for more than a year. My doctor just told me it would go away eventually and prescribed Dramamine (which just made me feel sick). I decided to try this method as a last effort to get rid of it and it's worked. I couldn't be happier with the results from my visits here. I would (and have) recommended her to friends and co-workers."

-Jennifer M.

"I've been seeing Dr. Stiles for the past 10 years and in that time, my sciatic nerve has stopped flaring up. I also have had no more middle ear infections or ringing in my ears. I first started going to Stiles Chiropractic for what I thought was the beginning of carpal tunnel syndrome, my wrists, hands and fingers were numb and tingling. After a few adjustments, I was feeling much better and have not had that issue since.

-Dee M.

"Dr. Stiles has been my chiropractor for almost a decade. Regular visits to Dr. Stiles help me prevent tension from escalating and causing severe, debilitating pain that I've had in the past. I used to "throw my back out" once or twice a year, resulting in my being unable to move for three or four days. With ongoing maintenance, I'm happy to say that that rarely happens anymore, and if it does, Dr. Stiles knows me well enough to help fix it right away."

-Cathy H.

"I see Dr Stiles every week for neck pain and she is amazing! She is very kind and responsive to her clients. Highly recommended."

-Samantha M.

"Dr. Stiles is stellar! I am a resident of Los Angeles and any time I'm in town this is my go to place for chiropractic. Dr. Stiles is very thorough and educated on every joint in the body. I feel at ease and in good hands and most importantly well-informed through our entire sessions. I always walk out feeling taller and poised with a healthy body!"

-Kaila H.

"Wonderful! Best Ever! – I have been to chiropractors throughout my life (good and bad ones) but I have had the best experience here with Dr. Tracey. She gave me a very detailed exam and took the time to go over my exam and explain a treatment plan that will help me feel better in the long run. And I am all about preventative maintenance! She also explained my adjustment so well, I didn't freak out. Her office is wonderful, Friendly and warm!!"

-Anonymous

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