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Articles > Career & Health > 10 Health Facts for Computer Users
10 Health Facts for Computer Users
The facts to consider if you are a computer user
27th July ,2007
| Do you use a computer at home or work place? Does your primary job responsibility require you to spend countless hours in front of a computer? If you are a computer user, then read these facts before its too late. |
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4. Place and adjust the monitor
Place the computer monitor at the recommended viewing distance and angle, adjusting it to the right clarity settings.
Adjust your position at a safe distance from where you can clearly view the elements on the monitor and read the text without slipping to awkward postures. The preferred distance between the eye and monitor is in the range of 20-40 inches (50-100 cm).
Adjust your computer monitor to be directly in front of you with your head, neck, and torso facing the screen. Your monitor should not be farther than 35 degrees to the left or right.
Give periodic rest to your eyes by looking at far-away objects. For example, a clock or calendar on the wall that is away from your workstation. Viewing the monitor for a long period results in fatigue and dryness. You must stop, look away and blink at regular intervals to give your eyes the necessary moisture. Other non-computer tasks such as filing, phone work, etc., can help your eyes take the needed break from the stress.
5. Position the pointer/mouse to maintain a straight and neutral wrist posture
If the keyboard tray/surface is not large enough to accommodate both the keyboard and mouse, try one of the following to limit stresses related to reaching and holding:
A mouse platform positioned over the keyboard. This design allows the mouse to be used above the 10-key pad.
A mouse tray next to the keyboard tray.
A fingertip joystick attached to the keyboard.
Pointing devices attached to the keyboard such as a touchpad.
Point devices such as mouse that have the right size so that they fit the hand.
Mousepad with a wrist rest.
6. Keep the keyboards at a comfortable position
Placing keyboards, pointing devices, or working surfaces too high or too low may result in awkward wrist, arm, and shoulder postures.
Adjust the chair height and desk height to maintain a neutral body posture.
Raise or lower the tilt of the keyboard to maintain straight, neutral wrist postures.
If you are left-hand user, use an alternative left hand keyboard, which has the keypad permanently affixed to the left side.
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