Ergonomic Tips for Computer Users provides guidelines for minimizing physical strain when working at a computer. It recommends eliminating screen reflections, positioning equipment accessibly, and taking breaks from the computer every hour to perform stretches that target the hands, back, shoulders, neck, and head. Simple active stretches are illustrated to incorporate into a daily routine at the office to reduce injury risks from static posture when sitting for long periods.
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1. Ergonomic Tips for Computer Users
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4. Additional Setup Steps
Eliminate any reflection on your monitor. Position any additional equipment in
accessible places.
5. Exercises for the office
One of the biggest injury risk factors is static posture.
Try to spend at least 5 minutes every hour away from your
computer.
Remember to ONLY stretch to the point of mild tension.
Try to incorporate the stretches into your daily routine.
This slide provides some illustrations of simple active
stretches to perform at the office.
Hand Exercises
Tightly clench your hand into a fist and release,
fanning out the fingers. Repeat 3 times
6. Back and Shoulder Exercises
Stand up straight, place your right hand on
your left shoulder and move your head back
gently. Do the same thing for the right
shoulder
7. Head and Neck Exercises
Move head sideways from left to right and
back to left
Move head backwards and then forward
8. Computer and Desk Stretches
Sitting at a computer for long periods often cause neck and shoulder
stiffness and occasionally lower back pain. Do these stretches every
hour or so throughout the day or whenever you feel still. Also be sure
to get up and walk around the office whenever you think of it. Youll
feel better.