Use proper posture

· Use proper posture to reduce stress on the muscles, bones and tendons. Use as little force as possible - avoid pounding the keys on the keyboard or holding the mouse or pens and pencils in a death grip. Use a telephone headset or a shoulder rest on the telephone receiver to avoid bending the neck and raising the shoulder to hold the phone. Keep the shoulders and arms relazed while typing. Keep your whole body as relaxed as possible. Breathe regularly and deeply. This can help keep you relaxed and alert. Alternate non-computer jobs with computer jobs to keep your work routine varied and give yourself a break from computer use. Try to relax mentally. Stress can make your body tense and your work less efficient.
· Use your eyes properly: blink, see more than the computer screen, and look into the distance frequently.
Breaks:
· Break up the repetition of keying. Take frequent breaks and use stretching exercises to improve blood circulation, provide rest for muscles and tendons, relieve tension and stress and improve efficiency. Short “micro breaks” should be taken frequently, at least every 15 minutes to 30 minutes. If necessary, use one of the “break reminder” software packages that are available. Longer breaks should be taken after every hour or two of intensive computer use.
· Blink and rest the eyes frequently to reduce eyestrain and moisturize the eyes. Your normal blink rate (6-15 times per minute) is reduced dramatically while staring at a computer screen. Take a few seconds about every 10 minutes to close and cover the eyes (palming) or to focus on distant objects.
Your Body and Mind:Maintaining a healthy physical and mental condition is important in the prevention of workplace injury.