Workplace Ergonomics

Ergonomics promotes workplace safety by reducing injuries and supporting employee well-being. Our October presentation will review ergonomic principles for desk organization and safe lifting, recommend stretching and exercise guidelines to improve safety and help prevent injuries, and explore options for maintaining employee health and safety now and in the future. 

About the Presenter:

Michael Sarno, MPT, MHA, LSVT

Mike graduated with a Master of Physical Therapy; bachelor’s in health sciences and minor in Biology from Northern Illinois University in 2005. He began his career at KSB hospital as a staff Physical Therapist working in various setting including outpatient, Inpatient and home health services. During that time, he received advanced training from WorkWell to specialist in Industrial rehab to include Functional Capacity Evaluations, Work conditioning assessments and programs, job site analysis and pre-employment screening. In 2010, Mike was promoted to clinical supervisor of the rehab services department at KSB. Also, from 2010 to 2013 Mike attended St. Francis University and received his Master of Healthcare Administration Degree. He is certified in Dry Needling, LSVT BIG for Parkinson’s rehab, and has taken an advanced courses in many subjects including Oncological Rehab. Furthermore, Mike was a Co-presenter for the presentation: “Foot and Ankle Pathology: From Scalpel to Strength – A Collaborative Approach Between Surgery and Physical Therapy”.

Outside of the hospital, Mike participates as an active board member for two organizations. The first being, Dixon Girl’s Fastball where he is the hospitality chair; which includes food service at the field’s concession stand. Mike has been on this board since 2016. The second is a general board position for the Dixon Family YMCA and he has served on this board since 2023. He volunteers as well with The Dixon Historic Theatre and currently was invited to participate on the movie committee. Due to serving on these boards; Mike also has his ServSafe and Bassett Licenses.