Why Is Ergonomic Computer Set-Up Important For Your Health?

75% of ergonomic health is rooted in your computer set-up which is a combination of technique, posture and position. Correct ergonomic technique, posture, and position are learned and proven methods to heal, recover and prevent repetitive strain caused by computer use.

• Technique is the ergonomic habits you have learned overtime such as:

  • Micro break habits

  • Typing and mousing habits

  • Allow the whole body to do the heavy lifting rather than your wrist

  • When given the choice, always choose:

    • Keyboard over the mouse

    • Mouse over the mouse pad

    • Mouse pad over the mouse ball

• Posture is the way your body and limbs sits/stands while working:

  • Your body and limbs’ physical distance to your workstation

  • Your body and limb’s posture as you interact with your workstation

• Position is the way your computer is set-up to fit you as it relates to distance, height and support:

  • The distance of your workstation to your body when interacting (typing, mousing, reading, and viewing) with your computer

  • The position of your computer set-up should allow you to maintain a neutral body posture while working

What Are The Benefits of Ergonomic Products?

25% of ergonomic health is the result of your ergonomic products. The correct ergonomic product is defined by fit and purpose. Determining whether an ergonomic product physically fits you or whether the product services your purpose can be answered clearly with these 3 questions.

• Does your ergonomic product fit your body’s height and width and your hands?

• Is a different mouse or keyboard needed for the purpose of giving a part of the body (fingers, wrist, thumb, etc.) a chance to heal and recover?

• Is an additional cushion, support, or stand, needed for the purpose to not worsen a specific discomfort?