Poonam is a chartered physiotherapist and owner of Peterborough Centre, Peak Health Clinics. In this episode she discusses the key areas for you to pay to attention to maintain Peak Health in your team of drivers.
5 Top Tips For Health in Truck Drivers
- Typical musculoskeletal injuries seen in long distance drivers including; neck, back, wrists, carpal tunnel, old whiplash, stiff hips and knees, arthritic conditions etc
- Negative effects of prolonged sitting:
- Blood clots
- Mental fatigue
- Physical fatigue
- Posture deterioration
- Generalised muscle atrophy
- Nutrition
- Headaches / glare off the road or lights
- General mental health
- Need for regular Musculoskeletal check ups