COVID-19 remote work situation is now leading to more mental and physical issues. Although this is expected, the results provided by a new study are still alarming.
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The University of Southern California Chan Division and Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy conducted an online survey.
Their activity happened between April 24, 2021, and June 11, 2021. Involved researchers surveyed around 1,000 adults who are working remotely.
COVID-19 Remote Work Worsens Physical Issues?
According to Safety and Health Magazine's latest report, USC found out that around 74% of the online participants were experiencing a new mental issue.
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On the other hand, more than 55% of them said that they are suffering from two or more mental health complications. These include sleeping trouble, anxiety, sadness, low motivation, mental stress, and trouble concentrating.
Meanwhile, 65% of the participants were experiencing new physical complications, such as musculoskeletal pain.
"We were a bit shocked by the high incidence of new health issues among the home-based workforce so early on in the pandemic," said USC's Doctoral Program in Occupational Science's Director, Shawn Roll.
Because of this, they are now suggesting hybrid work arrangements. If you want to see further details about this new study, you can visit this link.
WFH Fitness Apps To Help You
Remote Staff reported that there are some fitness apps that can help you be active while working remotely. Physical experts explained that exercising less than an hour is more than enough for your body.
This is essential before work, especially if you spend more than nine hours sitting in front of your computer or laptop. Now, here are the WFH fitness apps you can rely on to maintain your physical health:
- Nike Training Club
- Down Dog
- Built with Science
- Freeletics
- Nerd Fitness
- J&J Official 7 Minute Workout
In other news, experts provided the tech habits for 2022 that you need to follow to improve your sleeping patterns. Meanwhile, a personal trainer recently died after drinking too much coffee.
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