Common health problems
associated with computer use. How
can these be prevented?
Eye problems
Prolonged computer use could be linked to glaucoma,
especially among those who are short-sighted. Our eyes
are affected by how long you stare at the screen.
How to prevent this?
Take regular screen breaks.
Adjust screen
brightness.
Sit further away from the
screen.
Bad posture
People suffer from back and neck pain after
working at a computer for a long time.
How to prevent this?
Use an adjustable, ergonomic
designed chair so that you can
set the position correctly.
Move the keyboard and monitor so that it
is in the correct position according to your
height.
Take regular breaks so that you
are not sitting in the same
position for long periods of time.
Use a foot rest.
Repetitive strain injury (RSI)
Any repetitive movements over long periods of
time can result in repetitive strain injury (RSI) e.g
constantly typing and clicking a mouse can cause
RSI in the wrist.
How to prevent this?
Use a wrist-rest to support the wrists
while typing and when using the
mouse.
Take regular breaks from typing or using
the mouse.
Adjust the keyboard so that you are
typing in a comfortable position.