Eye-Related Ailments…
Glare and reflection Reposition monitor, adjust
blinds, anti-glare shields.
Overhead light glare Change to lower-wattage or
full-spectrum bulbs.
Monitor Position monitor at arms length, increase
font size, brightness and contrast.
Eye-Related Ailments…
Symptoms:
• Eyestrain
• Eye fatigue
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• Dry and irritated eyes
• Light sensitivity
• Headaches
Conditions:
• Computer Vision
Syndrome
Arm-Related Ailments…
Symptoms:
• Tightness, stiffness,
soreness or burning
• Tingling, coldness or
numbness
• Loss of coordination or
strength
• Pain in shoulders and
neck.
• Sleepless nights
Conditions:
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
Arm-Related Ailments…
Repetitive Strain Injuries Periodic rest breaks, modify routines, perform stretching exercises, ice packs, immobilization.
Back-Related Ailments…
Symptoms:
• Excessive curving of the
spine.
• Excessive muscle
tension and strains
• Joint dysfunction
• Breathing problems
Conditions:
• Computer Back
(Posterior Cervical
Dorsal Syndrome)
• Disc injuries
Back-Related Ailments…
Poor posture Sit up straight and at the right height
Poor seating Use supports or get new chairs.
Sedentary (inactive) habits Take breaks, do
stretching exercises, vary routines
The Healthy Workstation…
• Choose a chair that provides support for your lower back.
• Adjust your desk and your chair to assume a comfortable body posture along right angles as shown.
• Use a footrest if your feet do not rest comfortably on the floor.
• Adjust your chair so the seat does not press into the back of your knees.
The Healthy Workstation…
• Place your keyboard and mouse at elbow level. Your upper arms should fall relaxed at your sides.
• When typing, center your keyboard in front of you alongside your mouse.
• Keep your wrists straight while typing and using the mouse. Avoid bending your wrists up, down, or to the sides.
• Float your wrists above the keyboard.
The Healthy Workstation…
• Center the monitor at about an arm’s length in front of you.
• Position the top of the monitor’s screen near eye level.
• Shelter your monitor from light sources that produce glare.
• Adjust your monitor’s brightness, contrast and font size until they feel comfortable for you.
The Healthy Workstation…
• Use alternative input products like...
– Natural form-factor keyboard: does not
force the user to bend the wrists in order
to type.
– Optical mouse: offers less resistance and
does not jam, causing stress and shocks
to the wrists
Ergonomics
Hi Doctor Nick!
Consult a medical professional if you have any
concerns about repetitive stress injuries or any other
form of illness.
Ergonomics Stretching Exercises
Breathe Easily
No bouncing or forcing
No pain!
Feel the S-T-R-E-T-C-H
Relax