The human body is a complicated piece of machinery. It can be truly remarkable in its ability to be manipulated and to perform many tasks. However the body can also break down, both by traumatic injury and by repetitive stress injury. Repetitive stress injury, or RSI, refers to damage to the nerves, muscles and tendons of the body by the repeated application of force. It can also be influenced by awkward positioning. Even people whose job it is to work at a desk all day can damage their bodies if they position themselves poorly. Ergonomic furniture is designed to position the body in such a way as to reduce the potential for repetitive stress injuries.
Working at a desk all day can cause a series of problems, including lower back pain, neck pain and carpal tunnel syndrome. The lower back pain is cause by not sitting properly. A necessary piece of ergonomic furniture is a good chair. This should be able to be adjusted for the user so that they can sit with their legs bent at a 90 – 105 degree angle and their feet flat on the ground. When sitting properly in the chair the user’s upper legs should extend two inches at the knee beyond the edge of the seat. And finally the seat should have sufficient lumbar back support. One feature that is nice to have if you are typing is armrests, as it can reduce the strain on your elbows and help keep your shoulder up and prevent you from becoming hunched over.
Besides a chair, the other component of ergonomic computer furniture is the desk. This desk should allow you to arrange the monitor, the mouse and the keyboard in such a way and to reduce the pressure on your wrists and neck. The monitor should be raised up so that the top of the monitor is at eye level. This keeps the head up and prevents pain in the back of the neck. The keyboard should be able to be positioned such that it is at the same level as the user’s elbows. The mouse should also be able to be used at this level. There are several designs of desks and workstations that allow for the proper placement of the keyboard and the monitor.
Repetitive stress injuries are not limited to the workplace, however. Thus you may need ergonomic home furniture. By visiting our website at www.ErgoBack.com, you can browse through our extensive online catalog to find furnishing that are appropriate for your home, home/office or apartment.
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This blog is sponsored by ErgoBack, a company committed to providing ergonomically designed products including chairs and desks for the home/&office. We believe promoting ergonomic health in people's everyday lives is an important part of keeping individuals happy and healthy. Visit our online store at www.ErgoBack.com for the best deals on ergonomic chairs, desk, computer stations, and more.
