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By: Abcon
Posture is really important in preventing spinal injury and back problems, but when you are sitting at a desk all day, it can be difficult to maintain the proper posture needed to prevent back injury.
To prevent backaches and spinal injury, not only do you have to sit with good posture at all times, but your office chair also has to be at a certain height to the computer desk as well as a certain distance away.
Posture - Activity - Exercise
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Maintain proper posture, paying careful attention to positioning of head, neck/spine, arms/wrists, hips/thighs and feet. Basically, ensure the small of your back is supported, your shoulders relaxed (not slumped, not elevated), and that there is no pressure under your thighs.
- Alternate between different postures on a regular basis.
- When keyboarding, use minimum force while striking the keys.
- Keep a neutral position, where the forearms, wrists and hands are in a straight line.
- Avoid awkward reaching for work tools such as telephone, mouse and reference materials.
- Avoid resting elbows, forearms or wrists on hard surfaces or sharp edges.
- Take frequent mini-breaks throughout the day to give muscles and joints a chance to rest and recover.
- Alternate between work activities which use different muscle groups to avoid overuse.
- Give eyes a break by closing them momentarily, gazing at a distant object and blinking frequently.
- Proper exercises are a complement to a complete office ergonomics program. Consult with us to select appropriate exercises.
Choosing the right office chair is an investment in the health of your back, shoulders and neck. Sitting for long hours in a cheap office chair will cause problems later and then that means to the more expense in visits to the physio or chiropractor later on.
Selecting the right office chair ensures your safety and comfort is an important part of shopping for office chairs.
An office chair needs to be functional as well as adding to the overall appearance of your office.
As people spend countless hours in their chairs at work. Comfortable, well designed chairs can, on the other hand help ensure that you have a happy and productive office staff.
Remember that your back, your feet, and your posture are going to be affected by your chair, and the decision of whether this effect will be positive or negative is completely up to you. An investment in a good chair will provide you with comfort, stability in your posture and result in you being more productive because you're comfortable!
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