Buying an Office Chair - Part 1
GENERAL OFFICE ERGONOMICS
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Stretching is a key means of reducing the short term and long term effects of spending a long time using the computer. General guidelines for stretching are:
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- You need to stretch at a minimum of three times per day. Preferrably once in the morning, once after lunch and once late in the afternoon.
- The more often you stretch, the better.
- You might find it fun to stretch with a partner.
- You will be more productive and less fatigued if you will stretch. Therefore, if you find yourself too busy to stretch, that is the time when you really need to stop, take a break, and stretch.
- You may find a short walk is more comfortable to you than stretching.
- Do not perform any stretch which causes you discomfort or pain. Stretching is supposed to feel good, not hurt.
- Vision breaks are also important and should be performed at least every thirty minutes.
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| HANDS & WRISTS |
 Circle wrists inward, then outward. 10x each direction. |
 Spread fingers wide, hold 5 counts...release. Repeat 5x. |
| UPPER BACK & SHOULDERS |
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 Move arms overhead in climbing motion. Repeat 10x each side. |
 Circle shoulders forward, then backward. Repeat 10x each direction. |
| TIPS TO RELIEVE EYE STRAIN |
- Blink your eyes often and take a break by alternating tasks when necessary.
- Now and then, focus on an object at least 20 feet away.
- Close your eyes and breathe deeply for 30-60 seconds.
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| LOWER BACK |
 Bend to one side. Hold 10 counts. Repeat on other side. |
 Gently rotate body to one side. Hold 10 counts. Repeat each side. |
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"Office Ergonomics" section content created by:
Dr. Henry Romero, CPE, CSP
Productivity, Health, & Safety Concepts
PO Box 891073
Houston, TX 77289
713-385-8836
A more comprehensive Comfort Guide and other office and non-office ergonomics, safety, and productivity resources can be found at: http://www.ergodoc.com
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