Challenges and solutions for mitigating common MSK disorders The shift to remote work has brought numerous benefits, such as flexibility and reduced commuting time. However, it has also led to a significant rise in musculoskeletal disorders among employees. MSK disorders, …
How the menopausal transition affects bone strength and joint vitality- and what can be done about it In the UK, nearly 4 million people are living with osteoporosis, with postmenopausal women being the most affected. Shockingly, one in two women …
How investing in musculoskeletal health drives productivity, financial savings and employee satisfaction. In the fast-paced world of business, the true backbone of any company isn’t just its strategy – it’s the health and wellbeing of its employees. Work-related MSK disorders …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2024, London – TRUSTED health and wellbeing company DocHQ is excited to announce its latest partnership with digital marketing and media agency 9Ways Digital Media. This strategic collaboration will leverage 9Ways Digital Media’s expertise in digital …
Work-related MSK disorders cost UK employers approximately £7 billion annually in terms of lost productivity and healthcare expenses. In the modern workplace, the reality of spending countless hours seated at desks and glued to screens has become the norm. While …
DocHQ Hi there, welcome to a new series all about health in the workplace hosted by DocHQ. My name is Sarah and over the next few episodes I’ll be speaking with health experts on conditions such as menopause, menstrual health, …
Physiologic and postural changes that occur during pregnancy and the postpartum period, combined with the physical demands of infant care, may place women at risk for musculoskeletal pain and musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs)Preventing Musculoskeletal Pain in Mothers. Clinical Lactation, 2011, Vol. …
Ageing is a natural part of life, but it brings its own set of challenges. Among these, maintaining mobility and independence are often at the forefront of concerns for older adults and their caregivers. Physiotherapy can play a pivotal role …
The HSE estimates that over 8.9 million working days are lost annually due to work-related MSK disorders, costing the UK economy billions in lost productivity and healthcare expenses. In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in worker illness, …
At DocHQ, we’re committed to streamlining the process of returning to work for individuals sidelined by health issues. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced that the UK Government will design a new system where employees obtain fit notes from work …