Day 3 – neck and shoulder care

Theme – too much sitting/being static can lead to stiffness and discomfort in the neck and shoulders 

If you are experiencing stiffness and/or discomfort in the neck and shoulders, the following recommendations will be worth considering:

• Minimise the amount of time that you spend looking down at mobile devices or at written material – consider the use of stands and supports for your devices, books and papers to allow your head to stay in a neutral position
• If commuting or travelling for work, try to carry as little as possible, ideally in a bag which can be carried on two shoulders with adjustable straps to distribute the weight evenly. Try to avoid carrying anything in hard copy and where possible look at ways to transfer the resources that you need electronically from one site to another rather than carrying a laptop
• Keep hydrated to support the health of your muscles and joints
• As with day 2, ensure that you adopt a balanced seating position when working at the desk, and don’t work from the sofa or in bed. Ensure that your screen is at eye level when your head is in a neutral position