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Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., M.S., P.T.
If you sit at your desk like many people do -- with a rounded back, hunched shoulders, etc. -- you need a workstation makeover.
The wrong work posture can contribute to fatigue; chronic neck, back and shoulder pain; headaches; muscle stiffness; even carpal tunnel syndrome. Luckily, you can avoid all of these problems with proper placement of your desk, chair and computer.
Just follow these essential do's and don'ts of office setup.
Work Posture Woe: An Unsupportive Chair Don't: Do:
Work Posture Woe: A Badly-positioned Computer Don't: Do:
And don't forget: Keep your fingers relaxed. Type gently and hold your mouse loosely. In addition, take posture breaks every 30 to 45 minutes. Stand, place your hands on your hips and lean back from your waist, keeping your stomach tight to support your back. This will give you a good stretch -- and counter the stress of sitting all day.
Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., M.S., P.T., is a physical therapist and psychologist in Wexford, Penn., and author of A Happy You: Your Ultimate Prescription for Happiness.
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