If not use a drafting stool to sit.
Ergonomic way of sitting at desk.
Purchase an adjustable desktop.
Here s how you should be sitting at your desk according to ergonomics written by hannah newman on march 2 2015 don t let this infographic fool you we know sitting can be bad for our health.
Since this is a very broad topic i am going to break it down in a few articles in the series.
The height of the work desk should be half an inch below your sitting elbow height.
A standing desk converter is an ergonomic contraption that can be placed on top of your desk which supports the computer monitor and accompanying accessories.
If your desk has a hard edge pad the edge or use a.
If the desk is too low and can t be adjusted place sturdy boards or blocks under the desk legs.
Use this five step approach to set up an ergonomic desk and add a little more zen to your day.
5 ways to make your office desk more ergonomic.
Devices like the varidesk sit atop your current desk or table and allow you to quickly adjust your work station from a sitting height to a standing height.
If you desk is too low or too high you may need a work around and an ergonomic consultant can help with this.
How do you ergonomically sit at a desk.
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In part 2 i am going to discuss lifting and carrying heavy objects.
Under the desk make sure there s clearance for your knees thighs and feet.
Calculate optimal height of desk chair standing desk.
Use a footrest to support your feet as needed.
Your height will play a significant role in the exact positioning of your desk and chair.
Consider placing your current desk on risers.
If the desk is too high and can t be adjusted raise your chair.
Keep your arms bent in an l shape and your elbows by your sides.
Leave a gap of about 4 to 6 inches 100mm 150mm at the front of the desk to rest your wrists between bouts of typing.
Some people like to use a wrist rest to keep their wrists straight and at the same level as the keys.
Learn the correct sitting posture for computer work.
Make your own stand up work station.
High quality converters come with adjustable height and angle options so that you can uniquely fit the set up to your own office work needs.
About 80 percent of all people suffer from back pain at least once in their lives.