Ergonomics of Desktop/Laptop use
It is necessary to take care of ergonomic aspects while arranging the digital devices for use at home or office and also know about its relevance and importance in reducing the stress and strain on the physical body thereby avoiding injuries due to repeated usage.
Computer ergonomics tips:
- Sit with your head and neck upright and in-line with your torso, not bent down or tilted back and face the computer screen directly.
- Keep your elbows comfortably close to your body.
- Use a chair that provides support for your lower back and has a cushioned seat with a contoured front edge.
- Keep your mouse close to your keyboard so you don't have to reach for it.
- Position your computer display so the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. This will allow you to view the screen without bending your neck.
- Adjust the position of your display to prevent reflections of overhead and outdoor lighting appearing on your screen.
- Put your monitor close enough to your eyes so you can comfortably read text on the screen without leaning forward.
- Angle the laptop screen back so you can see it with the least amount of neck deviation as possible
- For relaxing your eyes when looking at device screens follow the 20-20-20 rule, which is for every 20 minutes of time spent looking at the screen, take a 20 second break, and look at something that is 20 feet away.