Click, Clack, Crack: The Sound of Tech Taking Its Bodily Toll with Bryan Brunelle

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Welcome back!

I know, I know, it’s been a while. Let’s just call it a book-writing-induced sabbatical and leave it at that. Anyway, I’m back and ready to dive headfirst into the wonderful, weird, and occasionally painful world of tech.

This episode, we’re getting physical – literally. We’re talking about how our digital lives are impacting our bodies, from the tips of our typing fingers to the aching depths of our lower backs. Joining me is the brilliant Bryan Brunelle, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and our very own Discord community mod!

We start with a universal truth: we all slouch. Bryan breaks down the mechanics of slouching and how it messes with our muscles and those poor, bulging discs (think jelly donut, but less delicious). We also get into the nitty-gritty of disc health – how they get fed, why spinal extension is your friend, and why you might wake up with a backache even after a night of blissful slumber. Then, we click-clack-crack our way into the world of repetitive stress injuries. Even if your posture is perfect, constant repetition can still wreak havoc (think 911 operators – bless their souls). We’ll dissect carpal tunnel syndrome, exploring the pressure and pinching that make your wrists scream.

And finally, we’ll tackle the thorny topic of ergonomic gadgets – are they saviors or snake oil? Spoiler: movement and breaks are key. So, join us as we explore the fascinating and sometimes unsettling intersection of our digital lives and our physical selves.

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