5 Major Barriers to Healthcare Access When you think about having a medical emergency, a few things may cross your mind: How far is my nearest ER? How long will it take me to get there? How quickly can an ambulance come? Will I get proper care? And maybe even, what will this cost me? So many people avoid receiving care because of these barriers- at every level of healthcare. Many put off early intervention [...]
One Super Bowl ad stood out among the rest this year: Hims & Hers GLP-1 weight loss drug. It opens with “Obesity is America’s deadliest epidemic. 74% of us are overweight, and obesity leads to half a million deaths each year. Something’s broken, and it’s not our bodies; it’s the system.” Articles upon articles were written about this controversial ad. Negative opinions ranged from all sides: from the body positivity movement to GLP-1’s being viewed [...]
The workforce is aging. Birth rates are declining, and life expectancy is increasing. What does this mean? The average age of our workers is climbing. By 2030, it is estimated that one in five American workers will be over the age of 65, with similar trends occurring worldwide. This shift brings new challenges and opportunities, particularly in the realm of joint, bone, and muscle health. While older employees bring vast knowledge and expertise, they also [...]
The difference between constant shoulder aches and pains and healthy shoulders after a long day at work isn’t luck. It’s strength, mobility, and technique. Whether you are stacking shipments or reaching to pull something down, your shoulders need to be ready. Step 1 is having a solid mobility routine in place (link to blog). Step 2 is strengthening your shoulder musculature. Here are 5 tips to improve your overhead shoulder strength: Strengthen the Rotator Cuff [...]
2025 MSK and MSD Trends 5: Integration of Digital Health Platforms Elizabeth recently gave birth in a hospital. While she was there, the nurses asked the normal questions: What medications or supplements are you taking? What’s your blood type? Height? Weight? With every answer, her chart was filled, and she honestly did not give a second thought to it. The doctors and nurses need that information- and they did! A few months later, Elizabeth went [...]
One of the most common complaints among teachers is low back pain. And that’s not surprising! As a teacher, you spend hours standing, bending, reaching, and sitting in less-than-ideal positions. Over time, this can take a toll on your back. However, with a few simple changes, you can reduce the risk of back pain and improve your overall well-being. Here are three practical strategies teachers can implement in the classroom to avoid back pain: Maintain [...]
If you’re constantly reaching overhead in your daily activities—whether it's in a physically demanding job, lifting objects, or performing specific exercises—having good shoulder and thoracic (upper back) mobility is crucial. These two areas of your body play a major role in the range of motion and efficiency when reaching above your head. Without proper mobility, you may not only limit your performance, but also increase the risk of discomfort, strain, or injury. Here’s why shoulder [...]
2025 MSK and MSD Trends 4: Collaboration between Employers and Healthcare Providers It is becoming more and more popular for employers to tout wellness initiatives for their employees. This can take multiple forms, such as extra mental health benefits or even on-site clinics for health concerns. While not the standard, there is a growing trend of employers collaborating more with healthcare providers- and musculoskeletal (MSK) solutions are on the table as well. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) [...]
2025 MSK and MSD Trends 3: Healthcare Rationing Here’s the problem: while you’re striving for productivity, your people are trapped in a broken system beyond repair. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a silent epidemic, a disruptor affecting every workplace. The supposed “solutions” you’re offered? They’re just rationing. Two generations ago, rationing healthcare was effectively unthinkable, but today it is the status quo. Rationing exists in every sector of healthcare- from limiting access to specialized pharmaceuticals to [...]
If you are sitting for the majority of the time you are at work, you need to optimize your posture and your desk ergonomics. Your body can start to compensate for poor posture and ergonomics over time, leading to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). For example, slouching can result in tight chest muscles and looser back muscles, which can cause back pain. See why good posture matters and how to optimize your workspace to move and [...]
