| An often searched phrase on the internet is | | | | that will help you the best. Do you spend most of |
| people asking how to go about improving their | | | | your time doing data entry? The most critical |
| ergonomics for computer desks. The fact that | | | | piece to your set up may be where you place |
| people are looking is obviously a good thing for | | | | the papers that you are using to get information |
| everyone trying to improve their posture. For | | | | in which to enter. |
| years we operated our computers without any | | | | Spend a lot of time using your mouse for graphic |
| idea what potential harm we might be inflicting on | | | | design? Go the extra mile in setting up your |
| ourselves through repetitive injury. | | | | mouse area and don't skimp on having a set up |
| If you spend 1 minute using your computer, it | | | | that will allow your hand and wrist to remain |
| probably matters little what your ergonomics are. | | | | relaxed and loose. |
| If you are using your computer like most people, | | | | If you spend a lot of time "rolling around the |
| however, the ergonomics for computer desks | | | | office," choosing the right chair and floor mat will |
| can really become more and more important. The | | | | be critical in how smoothly your trips become. |
| size of your monitor, the type of keyboard and | | | | Your size will also be important in the size and |
| the type of mouse you use will all help determine | | | | comfort level of the chair you choose. |
| what type, if any, posture problem that may | | | | In setting up your workstation, just keep the |
| develop. | | | | following guideline; your workstation should allow |
| Establishing good work habits on a properly set up | | | | your spine and arms (including your wrists) to |
| computer workstation becomes even more | | | | remain in a natural, straight and relaxed position. |
| important. While there are many good set ups out | | | | Nothing should hurt. If after a day's work you are |
| there, there is hardly one that is right for | | | | sore anywhere, that is the first place to direct |
| everyone. People come in all shapes and sizes, | | | | your next move. |
| therefore, determining their perfect workstation | | | | This will likely be a process, not a one-time fix. |
| setup will vary for each individual. | | | | Everyone has different posture, different bodies |
| In addition, the way you use your computer will | | | | and different needs. |
| also be important in determining your ergonomics | | | | |