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Nicole Thompson Head of Clinical Services HCML

Nicole Thompson Head of Clinical Services HCML. HCML. Private rehabilitation case management company Provides cost effective solutions to insurer and employer market with the focus on using evidence based outcomes to assist with RTW Services include:

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Nicole Thompson Head of Clinical Services HCML

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  1. Nicole Thompson Head of Clinical Services HCML

  2. HCML • Private rehabilitation case management company • Provides cost effective solutions to insurer and employer market with the focus on using evidence based outcomes to assist with RTW • Services include: • Telephonic screening, case management & education • Case management for soft tissue injury types to life changing injuries • Vocational Rehabilitation • Absence & long term sickness Management • Outcome based

  3. Objectives • What is it? - Awareness of typical DSE work-related symptoms • What causes the discomfort & pain? • What can you do? – self management & guidance • What if self-management does not work? • Questions??

  4. What are the typical DSE work-related symptoms Early warning signs: • Any discomfort experienced whilst sitting at your computer • Numbness, tingling sensations in fingers, wrist, arms • Tightness in neck and shoulder – even lower back

  5. What are the typical DSE work-related symptoms • Non-specific arm pain – old RSI • Upper limb pain – carpel tunnel syndrome • Neck symptoms • Shoulder pain • Eye strain

  6. Risk Factors?

  7. Risk Factors • Long periods of time spent in awkward or flexed positions • Repetition of movements • Heavy lifting, moving and handling • Suppressed feelings of pressure or frustration Not just the physical that could be the cause….Environmental, behavioural and/or organisation

  8. What can I do about it? Don’t move a muscle……..move them all!

  9. What can I do about it? • Rotate your tasks • Maintain a good posture • Get out of the office • Listen to your body • Microbreaks • Use self education tools – HSE, DWP & CSP websites

  10. Ergonomic computer workstation

  11. Has all the equipment……

  12. Laptops – top tips • Un ergonomic design • User type • Posture (occasional vs full time) • Dimensions • Weight

  13. If self management fails……… Ongoing symptoms – seek professional help – line manager; HR dept, Occ Heath; case management Review all areas to determine cause: environment; organisational; behavioural Ergonomic considerations together with treatment is the most effective management tool Evidence: programmes using CBT has most effective in managing pain and increasing productivity X Resting – early activity and RTW

  14. Thank-you Questions?

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