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1. Posture problems in office and Ergonomic Solutions.
Dr Dibya Singha
MBBS,MS(Orthopaedics),FKS,FJRS,FAAS,FHAAS,FAT(P&A)
Consultant Joint Replacement & Sports Medicine
2. Introduction
• Poor posture at work is a major cause of back pain, workplace stress,
repetitive strain injury, resulting in lost time, reduced productivity,
poor employee health, low morale, and higher costs.
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4. So what is office Ergonomics?
• Ergonomics is all about designing workplaces based on the limitations
and physical abilities of workers. It also helps improve the efficiency
of one’s work environment.
• To prevent chronic health issues and enhance your wellbeing, it’s
important to implement healthy workplace habits that improve your
posture at work through ergonomic principles.
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6. Desk Work and Back Pain
• “Sitting disease” is a term recently coined as new research suggests
that sitting for long periods of time without adequate movement and
spine alignment can lead to several long-term health conditions.
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8. Main Culprits
• Slouching occurs the longer you stay seated, keeping your spine
misaligned
• Poor workstation set-up causes neck straining if computer monitors
aren’t at eye level
• Bad habits like crossing your ankles and legs cause hip misalignment
• Lack of movement restricts blood and nutrient flow to spinal discs
• Continuous sitting increases wear and tear on your spinal discs
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10. Tips For Better Work Ergonomics
Practice Neutral Posture
• Keep your computer monitor at eye level so your head doesn’t tilt
• Pull your shoulders back and keep your back flat against the chair
• Rest your feet flat on the ground—no crossing ankles or legs
• Use a lumbar support tool to help keep your upper back straight and
prevent slouching
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12. Tips For Better Work Ergonomics
Keep Note of Back and Neck Pain
• In order to prevent spine problems, it’s important to bring awareness
to your daily wellbeing. Monitor your ongoing symptoms such as
stiffness, soreness and aching in your back, shoulders and neck.
• Make daily or regular notes as symptoms arise—it can help you
determine any patterns in your habits and routines that may be
contributing to your pain.
13. Tips For Better Work Ergonomics
Give Yourself Movement Breaks
• Research has found that regular movement breaks every 30 minutes
greatly reduces the health risks posed by sitting. Other reports show
that desk workers who have higher incidences of low back pain can
counteract symptoms by taking regular breaks from sitting.
• perform good posture exercises throughout the day. Stretching
overhead and opening up your chest and back can counteract
slouching.
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17. Tips For Better Work Ergonomics
Set Reminders
• Becoming better at work ergonomics and taking breaks requires you
to build a habit, which takes time.
• One method is to set a timer for 30 minutes of work. When the timer
goes off, set another 5-minute timer for your movement break, and
so on. Or you can make use of desktop apps like Stretchly, WorkRave
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19. Tips For Better Work Ergonomics
Use Ergonomic Supports
• One of the most important products to promote proper sitting
posture at your computer is the right office chair.
• Chair with built-in headrests and lumbar support for better spine
alignment.
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21. Tips For Better Work Ergonomics
Create an Ergonomic Workstation
An ergonomic workstation takes into consideration things like:
• Encouraging full range of motion
• Placing most used items within arm’s reach
• Allowing adequate leg room and foot placement
• Alleviating hunched posture
