The hard part is navigating the vast selection of ergonomic products available, and finding what's right for you based on body size and type, your existing work environment, your daily activities, and, most importantly, what feels comfortable to you. There are
literally thousands of options - what type of chair, foot rest, keyboard, keyboard tray, monitor arm, mouse pad etc. The choices are endless! My aim with this blog is to simplify some of those choices and help you find your ideal ergonomic work environment.First, just a few simple rules to start out:
1. Arm position - Your elbows should be at a 90-degree angle when typing.
2. Thighs - Check that you can easily slide your fingers under your thigh at the leading edge of the chair. If it is too tight, you need to prop your feet up with an adjustable footrest. If there is more than a finger width between your thigh and the chair, you need to raise the desk/work surface so that you can raise your chair.
3. Lower-back support - There should be a cushion that causes your lower back to arch slightly so that you don’t slump forward as you tire.
4. Monitor level - Place the monitor so that the entire screen sits below eye level.
5. Armrests - Adjust the armrest of your chair so that it just slightly lifts your arms at the shoulders.
That's all for today, but I'll be back (once a week or so) to give more tips on creating the perfect work environment. Good luck!