The Posture Academy - Ergonomics in Office & Healthcare (1)
What you'll learn
- Understand what musculoskeletal disorders truly are, and how to become your own therapist
- Learn the 3 Rules of Posture and how they apply to your daily activities during sitting tasks e.g., office work and driving
- Apply the 4 steps occupational health action plan to mitigate musculoskeletal hazards
- Correct your posture at work, at home and in your hobbies through regular, simple and safe exercises
- Learn how to fix forward head posture, rounded shoulders and slumped postures
Requirements
- No experience needed. You will learn everything in the course.
Description
Back pain and neck pain are common issues, but they don't have to be!
Welcome to Module 1 of the Posture Academy. Olivier Girard, an internationally recognized expert in posture and ergonomics and the author of The Posture Manual, will guide you in improving your sitting posture and mastering proper ergonomics, requiring less than the cost of a cup of coffee and as little as 10 minutes a day.
Here's a sneak peek of what you'll learn:
The true causes of musculoskeletal pain
The 3 Rules of Posture
How to optimize your sitting posture at work and adjust your computer workstation
Adjusting your car seat for better posture
Quick techniques to relax your upper body in under a minute
Stretching exercises for your chest and neck (front and back)
Identifying ergonomic chairs.
This course is offered in collaboration with Intermountain Health, a nonprofit health system with over 60,000 caregivers, serving more than 1 million people, aiming to inspire the future of health.
Physicians and surgeons have tested the program and found it highly beneficial, leading us to offer it to the wider public. Musculoskeletal disorders have become a significant public health concern, demanding attention from society as a whole.
This program aims to empower you to improve your posture and ergonomics. It spans 27 days, with brief daily videos. You'll learn how to enhance your surroundings, refine your posture, and incorporate simple yet effective exercises into your daily regimen.
What you'll gain from this course:
Understanding the causes of musculoskeletal disorders and methods to address them
Mastery of the 3 Rules of Posture and their application in daily activities, with Module 2 focusing on standing posture and Module 3 on manual handling techniques
Applying a 4-step occupational health action plan to mitigate musculoskeletal hazards in daily activities
Correcting your posture at work, at home, and during hobbies through consistent practice of straightforward exercises.
Course requirements or prerequisites:
No prior experience necessary
Who should take this course:
Healthcare providers
Office workers and administrators in healthcare institutions.
Please note that the content provided here serves informational purposes only. It does not replace professional medical advice and should not be used for diagnosing or treating health issues. If you have any questions or concerns, consult your healthcare provider.
Our course providers adhere to applicable federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
Who this course is for:
- Healthcare providers
- Office workers
- Physicians
- Surgeons
- Physical therapists
- All health professionals
- Parents
Instructors
- 4.4 Instructor Rating
- 7,391 Reviews
- 16,206 Students
- 4 Courses
Meet Olivier Girard: a mechanical engineer with a specialization in ergonomics and a posture therapist trained in the Mensendieck method. He is also the author behind "The Posture Manual."
In 2017, Olivier established Erg'OH Conseil, a Swiss firm specializing in occupational health and ergonomics consulting. With a deep focus on preventing and addressing musculoskeletal disorders, he offers invaluable expertise to corporate and individual clients worldwide.
His client roster includes renowned organizations like Logitech, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Bel Group, and over 200 others. Whether remotely or on-site, Olivier provides tailored advice and solutions, both in Switzerland and globally.
Recognized by medical professionals, surgeons, and university hospitals, Olivier is sought after for his insights into pain management and its broader implications, such as reduced productivity, absenteeism, and the risk of long-term disability.
- 4.4 Instructor Rating
- 7,389 Reviews
- 16,193 Students
- 3 Courses
Oliver L. Yeh, M.D., serves as the Medical Director of Ophthalmology, Canyons Region, Intermountain Health. As a practicing ophthalmologist, he found that per prior national surveys, nearly half of his colleagues are afflicted by neck and back pain due to the positioning at the operating microscope and in clinic. He worked with other physician leaders of Intermountain's Surgical Services who also recognized the critical need for ergonomics training.
These discussions inspired Dr. Yeh to contact Olivier Girard to develop a course that taught ergonomics to physicians, surgeons, and all caregivers in healthcare.