http://whig.org.uk Resources detailing tasks that can cause back pain, how to avoid it and how to deal with it. daily 1 2007-01-11T23:05:51Z http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/packs/folder.2005-07-04.7985135402/rsi-small-business This leaflet is designed to help employers in small businesses to understand RSI. It contains information on good practice which is not compulsary but may be found helpful in considering what to do. No publisher CatH manual handling VDU RSI vibration whole body vibration back pain neck pain Return to Work vdu Repetitive Strain Association RSIs 2006-02-21T15:53:40Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/arc/back-ache If you've got back pain, then you're probably reading this booklet because you want to get better and because you want to understand more about this problem. You are in good company because 4 out of 5 of us get back pain at some time. However, most bouts of back pain get better in a short time and simple painkillers are all that are needed. Getting back to normal activities is the best way to cope with back pain. This booklet is aimed at people who have more persistent (long-lasting) back pain. It explains some of the causes of back pain and what can be done to help it and prevent it happening again No publisher whigadmin ARC arthritis back pain 2005-10-04T22:29:28Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/arc/primary-care-back-pain The major aim of this report is therefore to describe an approach to the early treatment and ‘handling’ of LBP (Lower Back Pain) patients which, if adopted widely, may reduce the likelihood of acute LBP attacks deteriorating into more chronic problems. No publisher whigadmin ARC GPs General Practioners arthritis back pain 2005-10-04T22:29:28Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/packs/folder.2005-07-04.7985135402/back-in-work A section of the HSE website which narrates solutions and advice about managing back pain in the workplace. No publisher CatH back pain computers computer ergonomics painful joints back injuries computer use back problems shoulder pain 2006-02-21T15:53:40Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/links/backmusclescomputerusers Scientists have found that prolonged computer use leads to damage to back muscles, which can serious pain. No publisher whigadmin computer use back pain workstation 2006-02-21T15:53:41Z Link http://whig.org.uk/topics/back-pain Resources detailing tasks that can cause back pain, how to avoid it and how to deal with it. No publisher rowan back pain back injuries back back problems 2007-01-11T23:55:25Z Smart Folder http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/events/moving-handling-in-residential-nursing-care/back-talk-an-owner-s-manual-for-backs A guide that covers the way the back works, the type of pain that can be caused, and some exercises and suggestions for posture that can help reduce the ill-health effects. No publisher rowan WCB back pain 2005-11-02T11:02:02Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/links/backcare-drivers Driving can be a pain in the back. Confined in a fixed position for hours on end, stressed out by traffic and with the constant vibrations of wheels on the road, it's not surprising so many people get back ache after a long drive. Work, leisure and driving all contribute to wear and tear of your back . over the years. Two out of three adults will experience severe back pain at some time in their lives and for half of us our backs are so badly damaged that we will suffer long term back pain. This page shows some of the things that we can all do to avoid damaging our backs or to reduce existing discomfort. No publisher whigadmin BackCare back pain ergonomics driving 2006-02-21T15:53:51Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/links/backpainhse introductory information from HSE on back problems at work No publisher whigadmin back pain 2006-02-21T15:53:44Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/packs/folder.2005-07-04.7985135402/back-pain This web page provides detailed information on acute and chronic back pain, when to see a doctor and the diagnosis and treatment. No publisher CatH back pain musculo-skeletal treatment diagnosis 2006-02-21T15:53:40Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/links/lboroacdrivingws Loughborough University's website on driving ergonomics - a comprehensive assessment and advice service No publisher spickvance drivers ergonomics back problems driving 2006-02-21T15:53:47Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/packs/vibration/hse-drivingseat The aim of this leaflet is to make employers more aware of vibration as a cause of back pain in drivers and machinery operators. It suggests what you can do to protect your workers from back damage caused by virbation. No publisher whigadmin HSE back pain hse neck pain painful joints shoulder pain vibration driving 2006-02-21T15:53:38Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/packs/h-s-legislation/lifting-guide This guide provides information about the legal requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). Correctly adhering to these will reduce the risk of pain in the back, shoulders and neck. No publisher whigadmin HSE back pain employment law lifting manual handling 2006-02-21T15:53:37Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/packs/folder.2005-07-20.7441755599/understanding-ergonomics This leaflet explains how understanding ergonomics can improve health and safety in the workplace, giving advice on how to reduce accidents and ill health, and increasing productivity. No publisher CatH ergonomics VDU back problems 2006-02-21T15:53:40Z Link http://whig.org.uk/groups/sohas/info/links/laptop-stands This advertising material is from a supplier of laptop stands. Laptop stands are an ergonomic solution for computer users to avoid neck, back and eye strain. Inclusion of advertising in WHIG is not an endorsement of the product No publisher spickvance eyes computers ergonomics neck back 2006-02-21T15:53:49Z Link