Posture is key to understanding the mechanics of RSI. Poor posture is a major contributing factor to the development of Repetitive Stress Injuries, along with sitting without breaks for long periods of time. These practices along with the arms being out from the body, flexed for typing, are major components in the development of RSI because of the strain placed upon many muscles throughout the body. These muscles can shorten and become denser, which leads to a decrease in circulation to the shoulders, neck, and arms.
RSI is commonly ignored until debilitating pain is apparent, but there are many signs that one is developing this common disorder as early as four to five years before any real inconvenience is noted. Back, shoulder and neck pain create tension in the muscles, and after years of continuing poor ergonomics, this tense state becomes the default condition. This is RSI. The good news is that a person can completely prevent RSI, and can also reverse it by improving their posture and following a few simple rules while working.
Standing Posture
Poor posture is an unnatural state that one’s body adjusts to by tensing nearby muscles to regain a certain balance and control. This causes constant stress on these muscles.
Poor posture that is practiced over a large span of time (months or years) interferes with the natural movement of the body. The muscles which are affected in turn affect blood vessels and nerves. Once one has developed RSI, improving posture is integral to overcoming the disorder.
Seating Posture
The monitor must be positioned between 18” and 24” from the body. This is about an arm’s length. The monitor should also be about 15 to 30 degrees below your line of sight. Make sure there is no light shining directly in your eyes or on the computer screen. The screen should be directly in your line of vision. A 90 degree angle should be formed between the forearms and the spine. Likewise, the thighs should create a 90 degree angle, or L, with your spine. A well-made, adjustable chair is essential. Also, padded, adjustable arms are ideal. A wrist pad is a good idea when not typing. Place feet flat on the floor.
Lighting
There should not be a glare on the screen, nor light directly reflected into the typists face. Lighting that is too bright may create a glare, so use drapes or a shade to help control the amount of lighting in the room.
Ventilation
It is imperative to have plenty of fresh air circulating throughout the workspace. Also, one should maintain a comfortable temperature in the work area.
Noise
Stress that causes muscle tension (which contributes to RSI) can be a direct result of loud noise in the work space. Therefore, ensure that your computer is stationed in an area of relative quiet, and perhaps play soft music to block out annoying sound such as a drippy faucet.
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Computer eye strain affects more than 70 % of the approximately 143 million Americans who work on a computer on a daily basis, according to the American Optometric Association (AOA).
Doctors say that generally anyone who spends more than two hours a day in front of the computer screen is most likely to experience this problem. Computer vision syndrome is a term which is used to describe all the symptoms of vision related problems. This not only affects the eyes but also affects the sufferer mentally and physically. This in turn also affects one’s productivity at work.
What are some symptoms of an Computer Vision Syndrome or CVS?
- Diplopia or double vision
- Dry eye syndrome
- Myopia or short sightedness
- Photophobia or eyes very sensitive to light
- Asthenopia or e fatigue, red eyes, headache, eye strain, pain in and around the eyes.
- Stiffness of body part
- Symptoms worsen with time
What are some symptoms of an RSI?
- Headaches or excessive pressure on sides of head.
- Pain arms, wrists and hands.
- Swelling, inflammation
- Numbness or tingling sensation
- Decreased movement of a joint
- Stiffness of body part
- Symptoms worsen with time
What are the results of an RSI?
An RSI can damage tendons, muscles and nerves of the neck, shoulder, forearm, hands, legs and back and in other parts of the body. RSI can cause pain, weakness, numbness and difficulty in grasping objects. Example: Pain during mouse/keyboard use. Headaches are very common problem among computer users. Eye Protector Pro is a software platform that helps you with the prevention/recovery of Repetitive Strain Injury.
10 Free Simple TipsWorking and sitting for hours in front of the computer monitor/screen can result in back pain, shoulders pain, wrists pain, knee pain, tired eyes, dry eyes, headaches, computer vision syndrome, blurry vision & more. Over years using computer Long periods can also result in RSI (also known as repetitive strain injury) and carpal tunnel syndrome. Sitting in your chair in bad posture can lead to many pain in various parts of body, most common is back pain & wrist pain. EyeProtectorPro not only helps you taking breaks but also helps you maintain right posture while working on computer.
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