Keyboard and Mouse Positioning
Optimize Your Workspace for Better Health
1. Comfortable Height:
– Position: Keep your keyboard and mouse at a height where your elbows are by your sides and at a 90-degree angle.
– Benefit: Prevents shoulder and neck strain.
2. Wrist Alignment:
– Straight Wrists: Ensure your wrists remain straight, not bent upwards or downwards.
– Benefit: Reduces the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome.
3. Keyboard Placement:
– Close Proximity: Place the keyboard close enough so you don’t have to stretch your arms.
– Benefit: Promotes a neutral arm position and reduces strain.
4. Mouse Use:
– Same Level: Keep the mouse at the same level as the keyboard and within easy reach.
– Benefit: Minimizes repetitive strain on the wrist and forearm.
5. Use Ergonomic Tools:
– Accessories: Consider using a wrist rest or an ergonomic keyboard and mouse.
– Benefit: Provides additional support and comfort, reducing strain.
6. Traditional Practices:
– Breaks and Stretches: Integrate short breaks and simple hand stretches inspired by yoga.
– Benefit: Enhances circulation and reduces muscle tension.
By adjusting your keyboard and mouse positioning, you can maintain a healthier, more comfortable work setup, reducing the risk of orthopedic issues common among desk workers in India.
