When you think of your workstation set-up, you probably
think of where your phone, your stapler, your personal items, and maybe where
your coffee cup sit. You probably don’t think much about whether your computer
workstation is set up for the a little or a lot of stress. There’s more to
stress at work than just the demands of your productivity. Just sitting at a computer all day can give
your body a tremendous amount of stress if not set up properly. Stress on your
neck, shoulders, back, elbows, forearms, wrists, and hands are all part of a
poorly aligned computer workstation. The
way you sit and use your computer can cause chronic pain and stress. That tight
neck and aching shoulders could be coming from the way you sit and use your
computer rather than mental stress and strain. This stress and strain can be a
big drain on your productivity and on your physical well-being.
To ease the physical stress on your body during work, make
sure you workstation is set to provide you the best ergonomic environment.
Your monitor should sit centered so your eyes focus on the
top of the monitor, about arm's length away. Place you keyboard in the center.
Your desk should be about belly button height. Usually this is between twenty and
twenty-eight inches from the floor. If you have a fixed desk height, you may
consider using a keyboard tray to place your keyboard and mouse at the proper
height for optimal ergonomics. Also make
sure there is sufficient space under your desk for your legs to be in a
comfortable position no matter which way you are sitting. Minimum under desk
clearance for your legs should be fifteen inches from your knees. Making a few
simple changes to your desk can produce a much more comfortable and less
stressful work environment.
Avoid glass desktops or any finish that could cause a glare.
Even a small amount of glare at your workstation can place undue stress on your
eyes.
Your chair should allow your knees to be at ninety degree
angles with feet flat on the floor and should allow you to sit up straight with
sufficient back support.
Just following these simple set-up rules will reduce stress
on you upper body. Check your workstation and make adjustments as recommended.
You’ll be pleasantly rewarded with less stress. Contact us if you would like
personal Ergonomic assessment of your workstation.
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