Ergonomics 2: Sit up, Quasimodo!
Gone are the days of elocution lessons, skirt length checks, and book balancing practice. Thank goodness!
So, if you’re expecting a lecture about sitting up straight, think again. However, awareness of your spine alignment at work can make a difference on your productivity and health. The following suggestions can help reduce back pain and the need for frequent chiropractic visits.
And they don’t cost a dime.
OSHA’s working posture suggestions:
sit and work so head, neck, and trunk face forward (not twisted)
sit so trunk perpendicular to floor (not leaning forward or backward)
shoulders and upper arms perpendicular to floor
arms and shoulders relaxed and level (not …read more