Ergonomic principles of computer survival

What is ergonomics? The origin of the word ergonomics can be found in the Greek - ERGON or work and NOMOS law. Ergonomics is a field that primarily deals with the performance of a working person by adapting working conditions and means to his needs, preventing unhealthy strain on the musculoskeletal system and the associated psychological stress. That is why ergonomics of work is one of the most important preventive measures in the field of safety and health protection at work. In today's modern computer age, when most people spend more and more time sitting at a PC, ergonomic principles are unstoppably advancing into our offices and homes, becoming a necessary and natural part of our everyday lives.

       DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE ERGONOMICS PRINCIPLES, YOU WILL AVOID THESE POTENTIAL HEALTH PROBLEMS.

Health problems resulting from working on a PC only become apparent after several years, but unfortunately they are sometimes very serious and often have permanent consequences. The most common include:

• neck and lumbar spine pain                                            
• shoulder tendonitis
• tennis elbow
• hand and wrist tendonitis      
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• swelling of the lower extremities
• vision problems and headaches                  

Let's gradually focus on the main ergonomic principles when working with a computer. These are:

• Office Layout and Equipment
• Choosing a Chair
• Worktable
• Working Posture and Position
• Keyboard and Mouse
• Breaks and Stretching exercises