No matter what we put them through or how we maintain them, our bodies work amazingly well. And because they function only at a narrow range of temperatures, they have ways to control heat.
The benefits of physical therapy after an injury
Depending on the type of injury, physical therapy may be one of the best ways to get back on your feet in the near future.
Why are work-related overexertion injuries so common?
A sudden accident in the workplace can cause serious injuries. However, the most common medical issues caused by work-related activities develop over time. They're the result of repetitive movements like typing and things like long hours spent hunched over a desk in a non-ergonomic chair.
Workers who sleep poorly are dangerous to the rest of us
Researchers at Colorado State University (CSU) recently published a study that they'd carried out on behalf of the Oregon Healthy Workforce Center. After questioning several construction workers, they determined that it's likely that employee sleep greatly impacts workplace safety.
Mental disorders: How to get Social Security Disability benefits
A mental disorder can be every bit as damaging and frustrating as a physical injury. If you're suffering from any type of mental disorder, you may be in a position to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.
On-the-job auto crashes put many workers' health at risk
The modern job market is increasingly asking workers to travel. It may be the core component of the job, like a delivery driver for an online retailer. Or it might be a small - but necessary - piece, such as a nursing assistant traveling to patients’ homes. The demand that workers hit the road in order to do their job is widespread.
