Guest Thinkers — February 16, 2011

Ergonomic computing

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The more time we spend at our computers, the more importance we need to place on proper ergonomics. Prevent repetitive stress injuries, back pain, and eye strain by checking out the resources below. Your body will thank you for it.

Is your primary computing place ergonomically correct?

Ergonomic resources

Ergotron – Make Your Workstation Fit You (see image above)

UC-Irvine Ergonomic Review Tool

CDC Computer Workstation Ergonomics

CU Ergo (particularly the product and posture evaluations)

UNC Office Ergonomics

HealthyComputing

A weekly newsletter featuring the biggest ideas from the smartest people

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