Making Office Ergonomics actually work
If you work in an office, you know the aches and pains that come with a day at the computer. But it doesn't have to be that way.[1]
Yes, that’s true. There is a correct way to place your monitor, keyboard, mouse, arms, shoulders and head in the natural and neutral position. (Besides taking regular breaks, of course.)
My questions are:
- Why doesn’t the anatomically natural way come naturally?
- Why the relapse into painful, dysfunctional postures, after being taught the correct neutral one?
Perhaps, the answer lies in loss of strength and calibration.
Take a different example. Simply being told to hold the head erect sometimes doesn't work. That’s when doctors prescribe a Cervical Collar to ease the pain, and exercises to strengthen the involved neck and shoulder muscles.
The best to way to avoid postural problems, whether in office or otherwise, is probably to develop adequate body awareness and strength. And nothing helps you get there more easily than the Ancient System of Exercise called Yoga.
It was two years ago that I got introduced to yoga and enjoyed the learning experience.
Started on it again after a longish break. It's been as wonderful all over!
[1] Office Ergonomics presentation created by Prometheus Training Corporation, winner of the Articulate Guru Awards 2007.
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