Under the DDA 1995, it is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against a disabled person by treating them less favourably than anyone else for a reason connected to their disability (unless this can be justified), or by failing to make reasonable adjustments. This applies to all employers, except for the armed forces.
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Physiotherapy is available from the NHS and privately. To access a NHS physiotherapist you will need a referral from your GP although in some areas you can go directly to a physiotherapist (self-referral).
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A risk assessment is simply a careful examination of what, in your work, could cause harm to people, so that you can weigh up whether you have taken enough precautions or should do more to prevent harm.
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The human back is the large posterior area of the human body, rising from the top of the buttocks to the back of the neck and the shoulders. It is the surface opposite to the chest, its height being defined by the vertebral column and its breadth being supported by the ribcage and shoulders.
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There is some evidence that back pain has a genetic component associated with it. This genetic susceptibility can be the cause of many issues that can result in back pain including weaker muscles and bones of the back as well as postural problems.
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Having large breasts can cause back pain as larger breasts put pressure on the upper and mid back. This can cause fatigued muscles and the development of abnormal kyphosis (curve) of the upper and mid back. This can result in changes to the shape of the spine over time and can also create poor posture which all result in pain.
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High heels and ill-fitting shoes can contribute to back pain as they change the shape of the feet, whlch can cause muscular; postural and gait changes that can place the spine out of alignment and put pressure on the back resulting in pain.
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Stress is a major contributor to many health problems including back pain. When we are under a lot of stress the body releases stress hormones into the body whlch can have an adverse effect. In terms of back pain these stress hormones can cause muscles to tighten which reduces blood flow and therefore provison of nutrients and oxygen to the tissues in that area and the result is spasm and a build up of waste products and eventually muscle pain and weakness.
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