• Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms | Stop pain, fix biomechanics, improve function

  • By: Amanda Rabin
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Everyday Ergonomics for Working Moms | Stop pain, fix biomechanics, improve function

By: Amanda Rabin
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  • Hey momma, are you exhausted from putting your daily aches and pins aside to care for everyone else? Do you struggle to make time for regular physical therapy, chiropractic or massage appointments for yourself? I’ve been there. Hi. I’m Amanda, a mom of three littles and a working physical therapist. I had my first baby during the last year of graduate school. I was new to motherhood and overwhelmed with my career journey. I remember being on the bed with my laptop while nursing a baby, juggling it all at once. I remember crying from mental exhaustion heightened by physical neck, shoulder and back pain. But I endlessly rocked my velcro baby anyway. It was lonely. It was uncomfortable. I needed to manage my pain but had no time to spare for MY OWN NEEDS. When my second child came, I had a toddler and a career to juggle. Still just as busy but a little bit wiser. This time I focused on MY body mechanics in all the things. The physical aches decreased with simple shifts to my positioning during nursing, cleaning, work and play. I can’t be the only one with aches and pains in motherhood. So here I am, live in your earbuds with all my recommendations and none of the timely appointments. In this podcast, I use my professional education, real patient experiences and personal mom journey to help you take care of yourself. I focus on body mechanics, ergonomics and easy do-anywhere exercises to fix common pain points for working moms. Grab all the pillows, let’s get comfy and love those babies with more joy and less pain.
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Episodes
  • 14. Mommy Wrist | Stop 14. Mommy Wrist| Stop Wrist and Thumb Pain While Picking Up Baby

    14. Mommy Wrist | Stop 14. Mommy Wrist| Stop Wrist and Thumb Pain While Picking Up Baby
    Jan 27 2025

    Is your wrist or thumb killing you when lifting your kiddos? Are you suffering from mommy wrist? Mommy Wrist/Mommy Thumb aka De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a common condition in new moms caused by repetitive motions causing strain on the tendons of the thumb. In this episode I explain what causes Mommy Wrist, what it is, how to treat it and how to prevent it.

    Hope you find this enlightening and that it gives you joy!

    Until next time catch up with me in our free facebook community!

    Interested in one-on-one ergonomic coaching? Book a call here

    Link to Thumb Spica Brace

    Exercises mentioned in the episode:

    -thumb abduction

    -thumb extension

    -wrist curls

    -rubber band finger extensions

    many can be found in this source

    References:

    1. “What is Mommy Wrist and How to Treat it” by Thomas Kim
    2. “4 Tips for Preventing Mommy’s Thumb Pain” by Sheila M. Tenny
    3. “De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis” by Physiopedia

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    14 mins
  • 13. Poor Posture? Why You Don’t Need to Buy Posture Correctors and Braces

    13. Poor Posture? Why You Don’t Need to Buy Posture Correctors and Braces
    Jan 20 2025

    SIT UP! Fix your posture! Have you heard this before? If you have you might have looked into solutions and come across posture correctors and braces ranging $30-$200. They’re uncomfortable and pricey and are they worth it? I don’t recommend them. In this episode I am teaching you how to fix your posture without bracing. Meaning, we are fixing your posture for good.

    Hope you find this enlightening and that it gives you joy!

    Until next time catch up with me in our free facebook community!

    Interested in one-on-one ergonomic coaching? Book a call here

    Exercises mentioned in the episode:

    -chin tuck

    -cat cow

    -shoulder rolls backwards

    -slouch over correct

    -pec doorway stretch

    -open books

    -Rows, bent rows, upright rows, cable pull

    -chest flies

    -lat pull down

    -pull up or pull up machine
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    14 mins
  • 13. Poor Posture? Why You Don’t Need Posture Correctors and Braces

    13. Poor Posture? Why You Don’t Need Posture Correctors and Braces
    Jan 20 2025

    SIT UP! Fix your posture! Have you heard this before? If you have you might have looked into solutions and come across posture correctors and braces ranging $30-$200. They’re uncomfortable and pricey and are they worth it? I don’t recommend them. In this episode I am teaching you how to fix your posture without bracing. Meaning, we are fixing your posture for good.

    Hope you find this enlightening and that it gives you joy!

    Until next time catch up with me in our free facebook community!

    Interested in one-on-one ergonomic coaching? Book a call here

    Exercises mentioned in the episode:

    -chin tuck

    -cat cow

    -shoulder rolls backwards

    -slouch over correct

    -pec doorway stretch

    -open books

    -Rows, bent rows, upright rows, cable pull

    -chest flies

    -lat pull down

    -pull up or pull up machine

    Show More Show Less
    14 mins

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