Computer related maladies

[+ friendofsheila]

I've had problems with my voice getting scratchy, and I think part of the problem has been spending way too much time at the computer. It comes with regular neck pain, and some back issues.

 

Anybody else living with computer-related difficulties?

 

(And yes, I already know about SKS - sticky keyboard syndrome )

[shadowcatzxxx]

Yes, of course!

 

Steps to take:

 

get up regularly, walk around, and stretch, move shoulders around, walk the dog, putter around the house and then get back to the computer

 

ergonomic chair properly adjusted to prevent slumping lower back

 

watch and adjust posture regularly

 

try a standing desk -- I'm about to try one that can be varied in height from desktop (work in sitting position) to extended (work in a standing position

 

get regular massage -- preferably, with release!

 

good luck!

[instudiocity]

Get a yoga ball and use it for a computer chair. Works wonders on strengthen your core while you work on the computer.