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Saturday, May 28, 2011

How to avoid strains and pains

There aare many things more dangerous than sitting at a computer. Coal mining, skydiving, and bullfighting immediately spring to mind. But juat because computers are relatively safe, that doesn't mean risks involed.       Carpal tunnel syndrome, eyestrain, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, and fatigue are just some of the problems associated with computer use.   Thats why its important to set-up and use your computer ergonomically.This simple means your working conditions and your body are not at odds.  Here are some ways to avoid strains, pains,and other discomforts while computing  position your monitor.  While sitting at your computer, close your eyes and imagine you are looking straight ahead.  Now open them and notice the first thing you see. This is your line of vision. The center of your screen should be                          4 to 9 inches below this line.        Take care of your chair.  Proper posture helps solve most computer related problems, and your  chair is the key to proper posture. Make sure your chair is high enough. Your knees should be lined up with your hips while your fet stay planted on the floor.   Don't sit on the edge of your seat.  Your back has no support and you'll start to slump.  When your hips are against the back of your chair, you should be able to fit three fingers between the back of your knees and the edge of your seat. If you can't try another chair.      If your chair tilts, lean back slightly. If it doesn;t adjust your back support so you can  sit at a slight backward angle...    These tips will be helpful..                                                                                                                                                    Be Sure to Leave Your Comments! Also be sure to subscribe to my feeds http://feeds.feedburner.com/dotblogger and Follow Me on Googles Friends connection Recommend @lilruth to @MrTweet on Twitter....