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Health & Wellbeing At Work
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MSK conditions are the second biggest cause of sickness absence in the UK, leading to more than 20 million lost workdays each year.
Being Well At Work
This page brings together practical support for both employers and employees in East Sussex, with a focus on musculoskeletal (MSK) health in the workplace.
You’ll find tips, tools and advice to help prevent MSK issues from becoming a barrier to working safely and working well. This includes guidance to support healthy working practices, reduce the risk of bone, muscle and joint problems, and help individuals maintain strong MSK health.
Whether you’re looking to prevent MSK-related sickness absence, support staff to stay well at work, or manage your own MSK health day to day, the resources on this page are designed to help.
Being MSK Confident
Musculoskeletal (MSK) health plays a vital role in supporting a healthy, productive workforce. This webinar introduces key ways to look after yourself and your colleagues at work — from keeping active and moving well, to understanding the importance of good MSK health, and practical tools employers can use to support their teams.
You’ll also hear about:
- The impact of sickness and absence linked to poor MSK health
- Why workplace support makes a real difference
- Practical suggestions to build MSK awareness and resilience in your workplace
Find out more, here: Being MSK Confident – East Sussex MSK Community Partnership
Back Pain Advice and Prevention for Physical Work
If you have a physically demanding job and are struggling with back pain, this video offers practical advice to help you stay active and manage your symptoms safely at work.
Learn how to lift well, pace your workload, and make simple adjustments to support your recovery while staying in work.
Find out more: Back pain advice and prevention – The Horder Centre
Back Pain Advice and Prevention for Desk Workers
This next video is designed for people who spend long periods sitting at work and are experiencing back pain.
It shares simple, effective tips on staying mobile, improving your workstation setup, and managing discomfort throughout the day.
Find out more: Back pain advice and prevention – The Horder Centre
Self Help Resources
» Arthritis UK – Information for employers and workplace professionals
» BBC – Perfect Posture is a myth
» East Sussex County Council – Wellbeing At Work
» Health and Safety Executive – Musculoskeletal Disorders At Work
» NHS Employers – Musculoskeletal health in the workplace
» Southdown – Mental Health and Employment Support
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