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Percussion massage: What it is used for and its main advantages
For centuries, therapeutic massage has been one of the most effective natural techniques for relieving pain and recovering from injuries. In this line, percussion therapy stands out as one of the most used practices due to its ability to release...
Maximize your well-being: the importance of night rest
In the midst of a busy life and the habit of living at a fast pace, it is easy to overlook one of the fundamental pillars of our health and well-being: a good night's rest. As we strive to fulfill...
Main differences between Ergonomics and Anthropometry
What is ergonomics? Ergonomics is the scientific study of the relationship between human beings and their work environment . It focuses on designing and adapting elements of the work environment to fit people's physical and mental capabilities and limitations. Its...
Which office chair is best for back pain?
Teleworking and back pain are two terms that, unfortunately, often go hand in hand. Having back pain is something that affects more than 80% of the population. And, if that pain is not treated, it can become chronic. Therefore, it...
The best ergonomic chair for women
Before revealing which is the best ergonomic chair for female anatomies, we will briefly review the industrial design of chairs and the anatomical differences between men and women. Anthropometry is the science that studies the dimensions of the body both...
Most women experience back pain during pregnancy. During the 9 months of pregnancy, the body undergoes many changes: significant hormonal changes occur, the body's centre of gravity changes with the increase and distribution of weight (especially the abdominal area) and...
Does your chair affect your back pain?
Back pain can arise from sitting in an improper position for too long, a very common complaint among people who work from home (previously office workers). Could the type of chair make things worse? When we carry out repetitive tasks,...
The ergonomic kneeling chair, a more natural way of sitting.
This is whatDr. Mercè Salvans (medical head of Clinica Salvans, specializing in muscle and joint pain) says, highlighting the benefits of an ergonomic kneeling chair compared to a conventional chair. The kneeling chair is an ergonomic chair designed to prevent...
Time change. How does it affect us?
As you may know, last night we set our clocks forward one hour to welcome daylight saving time. The regulations on daylight saving time provide for the time change twice a year: in October and March. The aim is to...