Computer Management

Tips for RSI prevention

»Laptop users must use an external keyboard and mouse, placed just above lap level, and use a laptop stand or place the laptop on books so the topmost part of the screen is close to eye level

»Both the keyboard and mouse need to be placed just above the level of the lap. The elbow should be tucked close to the body and should make an angle of around 100º. For most people, this means using a tray.

»Lower the armrests to thigh level and do not rest the elbow on it while typing. If that is not possible throw the armrests away.

»Sit with the back supported on the chair’s backrest with the thighs sloping down slightly so that the hips are higher than the knees.

»The wrist must be unsupported while typing and gel pads should not be used as wrist rests.

»The chin should be kept tucked in so that the ears, shoulders, elbows and hips are along an imaginary straight line.

»Take microbreaks of 5 seconds every 5 minutes and big breaks of 2 minutes every 30 minutes.

Courtesy: Dr Sharan, RSI expert

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