The ideal job is different for every individual. Some people set out for an office job with significant responsibilities and an important title, while others prefer to work outdoors with their hands, doing heavy lifting and manual labor. Either one of these jobs puts the person at risk for work injuries, as surprising as that may seem.

Most people would consider an injury at work to be a higher risk for people doing manual labor, such as jobs requiring lifting, twisting, and bending. There’s no doubt that these jobs have a level of risk, but sitting for long periods of time, working at a computer, and typing have damaging effects to the body as well.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics provides the following list of areas of the body that experience the most damage during work performance:

• Wrists
• Arms
• Legs
• Abdomen
• Shoulders
• Back

Very often, work injuries happen because of avoidable situations such as the following:

• Items left on the floor where they can be tripped over
• Lack of proper lighting in dark areas
• Loose or torn carpet which needs to be repaired
• Wet floors not properly marked

This is why injuries at work could happen to anyone at any time, which means it is so important to stay aware of your surroundings and take caution. Fellow employees share in the responsibility to prevent accidents from happening and can help in determining whether a situation is safe or not.

What Can an Upper Cervical Chiropractor Do for Work Injuries?

If you have suffered from an injury at work, come visit us at our Sacramento, California practice. Our patients receive an examination of the neck for any possible misalignments in the C1 and C2 vertebrae. When a misalignment happens here, it puts the brainstem under stress, leading to improper signals transmitted between the brain and body. Our adjustment method is gentle and precise, able to correct misalignments without force and return the body to its proper functioning ability. You can contact us for more information on how we can help you get the results and relief you have been looking for.

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If you are outside of the Sacramento area you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.