In this episode, we sit down with Kim and Janeen from the UF Physical Therapy Department to discuss their research study on addressing low back pain among nursery and landscape workers. They share the motivation behind the study, the data collection and training methods, and the challenges and barriers they’ve encountered in implementing practical solutions. The conversation explores how physical therapy and worker health are deeply intertwined with the green industry, and the team’s goal of providing alternative pain management strategies to reduce opioid use. This episode offers valuable insights for landscape and nursery business owners looking to support the wellbeing of their workforce.
