Explore strategies for adapting your workspace and activities to reduce physical strain and prevent injuries
Live online events
Description
Whether you spend your workday sitting at a desk or constantly on the move, ergonomics plays an important role in your comfort, health, and productivity. This session will explore practical strategies for adapting your workspace and daily activities to reduce physical strain and prevent injuries. Participants will learn simple, everyday adjustments to help them work more comfortably, efficiently, and sustainably for years to come.
Presented By:
Ellen Wang , Physical Therapist, PhD(c), MSc, BSc – painPRO Therapeutics Inc
Instructor Bio:
Ellen is a registered physical therapist and PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia who works with people living with chronic conditions, and movement challenges.
Her current research centers on promoting physical activity for people living with osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis—ensuring care is grounded in the latest evidence and tailored to real-life needs.
In addition to her clinical practice, Ellen co-teaches Rheumatology in UBC’s Department of Physical Therapy and contributes to the development of international osteoarthritis guidelines, helping translate research into practical care.
Ellen is certified in BoneFit™ and GLA:D® Arthritis and has over six years of experience teaching yoga and fitness. Beyond the clinic, she serves as Programs Coordinator at Arthritis Consumer Experts and as a Board member of the Sjögren’s Society of Canada, advocating for accessible, patient-centred care.
Ellen strong believer in functional movement, Ellen practices what she preached—whether at the gym or running along the seawall.
Delivery Methods: Virtual with Zoom Meetings
Course Includes: Access to the course, course materials, and a digital certificate upon completion.
Sharing a single registration between two or more individuals is not permitted. Please register each person that will be in attendance.
Important Note:
We encourage active participation in this workshop, which may involve interactive elements such as polls, word clouds, and multiple-choice questions and the ability to submit questions to the presenters. To ensure a safe and confidential space, we want to highlight that you will have the option to interact with us anonymously using the Zoom chat feature.
Your privacy and comfort are of utmost importance, and we want to create an environment where everyone feels free to engage openly. If you have any concerns or questions about anonymity or the interactive features, please feel free to reach out to the ICBA Training Team at training@icba.ca
Who Should Attend
Everyone
