With so many of us back in office after a long stretch of working from home, it’s no surprise that body aches and pains are also making a comeback. Long hours spent in office chairs, hunching over desks, and lurching through our stop-and-start commutes can definitely put a strain on our backs, necks, and other parts of the body. In other words, people are feeling their return to work.
If you’ve noticed that you’re dealing with more discomfort than you remember, don’t worry- you’re not alone! The good news is that there are simple and practical tools to help support your body and reduce pain. Foam cushions supports, and other ergonomic accessories from The Foam King can make a world of difference for office workers just returning to their daily grind.
Common Areas of Pain for Office Workers and Ways to Relieve Them
- Neck Pain- Neck pain is the most common complaint for office workers. Hours spent looking down at a screen, sitting without proper support, or using a non-ergonomic chair can cause tight muscles and sore joints. To combat neck pain, The Foam King offers foam cushions that gently support the natural curve of your neck. These cushions help align your head with your spine, reducing strain and tension. You can place one behind your head while seated or even use it during your coffee break to relieve tightness in your neck muscles.
- Lower Back Pain- Lower back pain is another major issue caused by long hours in office chairs that don’t provide proper lumbar support. When you’re sitting, your lower back can flatten against your chair, hindering the natural curve of your spine. This can lead to strain and stiffness over time, but thankfully, The Foam King’s foam hip cushions and lumbar support pillows are designed to support your lumbar spine. Placing one of these cushions on your chair helps improve posture, align the spine, and reduce pressure on your lower back, making it easier to sit comfortably through your work without causing your back to cramp up.
- Tension Headaches- Tension headaches are often triggered by neck, shoulder, and upper back muscle strain. Poor posture, stress, and prolonged screen time can all contribute to headaches that disrupt your focus and productivity. Custom-cut backrests and small cervical braces from The Foam King can help relieve pressure in these areas, allowing you to release tension and put less strain on your body during work. These custom solutions can be cut to match your exact body and chair contours to improve the spinal misalignment that causes tension headaches.
- Sciatic and Leg Pain- Sitting for prolonged periods can also aggravate sciatic pain, a sharp or tingling pain that starts in the lower back and travels down the legs when pressure is put on the sciatic nerve. To help alleviate sciatic and leg pain, try one of The Foam King’s knee bolsters or hip cushions to distribute your weight evenly, providing support and balance for your lower body. If you’re really suffering, you can also order a custom-cut foam roller with the perfect foam density and circumference for your body to use during breaks at work!
- Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI) in Arms and Hands- Repetitive stress injuries, or RSI, can occur after continuous use of a mouse or keyboard without proper support, leading to numbness, pain, or tingling in the hands and arms. At The Foam King, we pride ourselves on finding creative solutions to our client’s issues, so we’re happy to custom-cut armrest cushions, desk runners, and wrist supports to help keep your arms in neutral, relaxed positions. These ergonomic supports help you avoid putting undue stress on your wrists and forearms, making repetitive tasks like typing for prolonged periods of time easier and reducing the risks of developing RSI in the future.
Visit The Foam King and Let Us Help Create a Healthy, Safe Workplace For You
Whether recovering from an injury, dealing with the day-to-day demands of your workplace, or just wanting to keep your body feeling great, The Foam King has everything you need to protect and support optimal spinal and joint health with our medical support pillows and cushions.
With our ergonomic products made of high-quality foam, you can help relieve pain, improve posture, support circulation, and make your return to the office more comfortable than ever. Don’t let your body suffer from the strain of office life- visit our website or stop by in-store to check out The Foam King’s healthcare tools and give your body the support it deserves!