Working with Fibromyalgia!!
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Hi All
I work in an office inputting data over a 5hr period daily, Mon to Fri.
I do take regular breaks but I am now experiencing pains in neck and shoulders more on a regular basis. Fingers and hands too are becoming painful. Where as I enjoy the work I do and the team I work with, my working life needs to carry on regardless. I have a family and commitments to paying bills.
I have booked myself to see Occupational Health on Thursday. Is there anything that I need to ask for regarding any assistance for me to carry out my work. I don't like to whine but just want to make my working life more bearable. Has anyone had advice from Occupational Health ?
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shelagh6 Bee70
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I'll let you know. I retired last April, I couldn't cope with the stress and pain but I did enjoy the company and most of the work, I was at a desk from eight till four thirty with an hour for lunch. I did get advice from Occy Health, they were very good but it helps to know what to ask for. Hopefully when you sort your work station the pain while walking will ease.
take care, hope this was helpful
Shelagh
Bee70 shelagh6
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tiswas24537 Bee70
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shelagh6 Bee70
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repetative movements are so painful, I have no magic cure for those, I use heat but it isn't that great.
Take ke care everybody, hope you all sleep well!
grahammolyneux Bee70
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You could ask for a seat with an adjustable lumber and head support that would be key to your comfort
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Bee70
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Vicky, the lovely lady I met had not heard of Fibromyalgia and had to research it before my appt....
She suggested that I get a document holder for my workstation. She will speak to her Manager and ask for her input.
grahammolyneux Bee70
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Bee70 grahammolyneux
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If so how do I go about acquiring one?
What I need to go to my GP ?
shelagh6 Bee70
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Bee70 shelagh6
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grahammolyneux shelagh6
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