Expert Advice   Print Version Q. I have pain at work. Is there anything that can be done to help me work with less pain? A. To understand the type and nature of your job, your physical or occupational therapist may want to ask you a variety of questions. The information you give can help your therapist design exercises to help you control pain at work. If needed, your therapist may want to go to your worksite and observe how your work tasks are done. This type of assessment can give information about risks and whether any changes need to be made. Even subtle changes in the way your workstation is designed or how you do your job can make a difference in your comfort and safety at work. Assessing where and how a person does work is called ergonomics. What does ergonomics have to do with easing your pain at work? It can have a lot to do with it. Even subtle changes in the way your workstation is designed or how you do your job could be a reason why you have pain at work. The information gathered during a worksite evaluation can give an idea whether modifications need to be made to the design of the workstation. Your therapist can then make recommendations on what changes could help you. These changes are usually inexpensive and can make a big difference in helping you work more productively and with less pain. Print Version		Anatomy and Function of the Spine Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Diagnostic Tests for Spine Problems Q. When can I play golf, ride a bike, or go hiking after spine surgery? A. It depends on the type and location of your surgery. A micro-discectomy… Clicking on any of the links will take you to a Web site to which this Privacy Policy does not apply. You are solely responsible for your interactions with such Web sites. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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