Good ergonomics fits the task to you rather than forcing you to adapt to the task. That means you work in a comfortable, natural position and avoid straining, overreaching and awkward movements that can lead to painful conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, neck tension, tendinitis and upper body aches and pains.
TIME FOR A COMFORT CHECK. Aim to check off all of these ergonomic best practices as they apply.
When sitting at your workstation, your feet are flat on the floor. Your seat does not press against the back of your knees or lower legs.
Your monitor is at eye level, straight ahead and at a distance at which you can read the screen without leaning forward or backward.
When you type, your elbows are comfortably at your sides, each elbow at a right angle, and your forearms are parallel to the floor.
Your work materials are within easy reach.
Your keyboard is positioned so that keystroking can be performed with your wrists, hands, knuckles and fingers in a relaxed, natural or neutral position.
You type gently.
Your armrests do not interfere with your movement.
You maintain good posture.
When possible, vary your work activities to break from repetitive motions and constant work positions.