Ergonomics

Workstation ergonomics and working practices, or office ergonomics, are essential to minimise the risk of back pain, lower back pain, wrist pain, RSI or other computer related injuries whilst using your computer, or to aid your recovery if you are already suffering from lower back pain or any of these problems.

1. Workstation Ergonomics

A well designed workstation is essential to maintaining good posture and reducing the risk of lower back pain and other computer related injuries. Check that your workstation conforms to current best practice.

2. Ergonomic Keyboards and Mice

Find out about ergonomically designed keyboards and mice

3. Ergonomic Use of Keyboards and Mice

How to make your keyboard and mouse easier to use

4. Rest Breaks

Why regular rest breaks are essential to reducing the risk of back pain, wrist pain and RSI

5. Stretching Exercises

Stretching exercises you can do to reduce the risk of back pain, wrist pain and RSI

6. Posture

Find out how to adopt the ideal posture

7. Alternative Input Devices

Trackballs, graphics tablets and voice control