Set up your work space ergonomically at home or the office

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As many of us start a hybrid model of working, experts recommend making small workstation tweaks to avoid potential injuries. LarissaHam1 reports.

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Common problems include tension headaches, neck pain, shoulder dysfunction, back pain and lumbar disc issues from prolonged sitting.“Your environment really matters so making sure if possible, if you’re using a laptop, actually connecting a full size keyboard, connecting normal monitors to it, making sure that you’re on a proper, posturally supportive chair – not using just the kitchen chair.”Looking down at your laptop or monitor? A few books stacked underneath can easily solve the problem.

Dohrmann says if seated correctly you shouldn’t have to “raise your arms like a chicken” in order to work, which may result in sore shoulders or a sore neck.

 

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