Jillian M. Duff, PhD, PT

Ergonomics Physical Therapist

Dr. Jillian M. Duff is an Ergonomics Physical Therapist in South Orange, NJ with special training and skill in analyzing the relationship between employees and their work environment, then recommending changes to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders and promote workplace wellness. As an Ergonomics Physical Therapist, Jillian M. Duff, PhD, PT performs evaluations of work environments, assessments of work-related injury risk factors, recommendation reports addressing all ergonomic workplace issues. Ergonomics Physical Therapy is the application of movement science to optimize posture, and fit in the workplace. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Ergonomics Physical Therapists include fatigue, headache, nerve strain, neck and back pain, Carpal stress. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Ergonomics Physical Therapists include risk assessments, ergonomic workspace development plans, stretching and strengthening exercise training, as well as morale support to optimize employee productivity and retention.

A licensed physical therapist who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skills pertaining to the workplace, occupational demands, prevention of work-related injury, management of the worker with job-related symptoms or participation restrictions, and provides individual, group or population level evaluation, intervention and consulting to enhance worker performance.