Question re: getting succinct information for work adjustments

Fran182716

Hi, new here, hope I've posted in the right place.

I've just been given a diagnosis from an MRI of facet joint arthritis and wasting of paraspinal muscles (the second due to long covid).

I work part time and already have some adjustments in place after 3 episodes of acute back pain, but this needs to be formalised now I have my diagnosis.

The consultant physio has verbally advised that I should not be lifting any heavy weights, over - bending or twisting and have supportive seating and desk that keeps my back in optimal position. This is to avoid further damage to the joints or very weak.muscles whilst I build up strength with physio.

I'm Wondering if there are any resources out there that put this information succinctly where I can link for Occy Health as the phone calls with them often result in them having missed or misunderstood a lot of what I've said. Google hasn't been very helpful it's a lot of disjointed information.

Thanks in advance if anyone is able to help.

chrisb

Hi @Fran182716

Welcome to the versus arthritis forum.

I hope you receive some useful feedback from forum members.

If this is not the case, then I suggest you call the Versus Arthritis helpline (number below) who may be able to assist.

Best wishes

ChrisB (Moderator)