So why is the Trainer talking about a headset? Because, the
headset is a piece of office equipment that is as critical to
your neck and shoulder health, as a dumbbell is to your
resistance workout. Wedging the receiver between your ear and
shoulder as you write down information that is being given to
you over the phone is not conducive to the health of your
shoulders or neck. Using a headset facilitates multi tasking
while you are on the phone, without putting further strain on
your already tense shoulders and neck. So what type of physical
problems can be avoided by using a headset? Well, a headset
helps to prevent tingling and numbness in your fingers (symptoms
of nerve impingement), which may occur over time when you
consistently tilt your head and hike up your shoulder to support
a phone receiver. Furthermore, when you make a habit of holding
your phone receiver up with your shoulder, you can slowly
develop imbalances in your shoulder girdle. Also when you
regularly tilt your neck to one side, eventually