Ergonomic Tips for Using a Laptop Without Discomfort or Fatigue

During these times, many workers use a laptop to do their work. Whether it’s working remotely, building a new business, or negotiating contracts, chances are you use a laptop. After all, most people now spend around 10 hours per day in front of a screen.

Working on a laptop can be an uncomfortable experience when compared to using a desktop workstation. Spending too much time with poor wrist posture can lead to carpal tunnel developing. And if you slouch for too long, you may

accidentally wear down your spine. The longer you spend without proper ergonomics while in front of a screen, the more harm you do to yourself.

Take the steps to be healthy and start practicing some basic ergonomics. And to read more about how to be healthy while using a laptop, keep reading below!

1. Not all ergonomics tips work for everybody.

Before you start researching ergonomics, you should realize that everybody is unique. What works for one person may not work for you, and that’s okay! Everybody’s body is different, and part of being healthy means finding out what works for you.

Try out several different things. At the same time, make sure you don’t accidentally adopt unhealthy practices as you try to adopt better ergonomics. As you do your research, make sure to develop a good sense for what’s healthy, and that you base your knowledge in actual knowledge.

Best practice would be to hire an Ergonomics Consultant to review your setup. Find an ergonomics company like Solutions Northwest Inc. that does Remote Virtual Ergonomics Assessments for $50 if you want to keep things simple.

2. Use a desk that you feel comfortable at.

The first step towards adopting better ergonomics is to use furniture that you feel comfortable with. You shouldn’t use a desk that’s too tall or short. It should be at a height that is .5”-1” below your elbow height. The best kinds of desks are adjustable ones which allow you to sit at the right height and your forearms to be slightly above the desk.

3. Use the laptop monitor as a screen.

You can stack books, reams of paper, or use a laptop stand to raise the screen and then plug in an external keyboard and mouse.

4. Stop slouching and protect your spine from pain while working on a laptop.

You were probably told to stop slouching as a child. At the time, you probably shrugged these commands off, but as it turns out, the adults were right all along. You shouldn’t slouch, or else you may develop severe health issues.

Slouching too much can bend your spine and contribute to scoliosis. Yet, sitting upright with good posture can improve blood circulation and make breathing easier. Check out our guide “How Posture Impacts Your Work and How to Improve it,” to learn about getting into the habit of sitting correctly so you avoid injuries.

In conclusion, stay healthy and pain free with proper ergonomics.

Modern business depends on constant connectivity, and for people to have the ability to work remotely. And when you can work wherever you go, you need to be able to stay healthy.

That’s why you should find and adopt good ergonomic tips. It helps you stay healthy so that you can work harder and stay ahead of your competition. We encourage you to contact the experts at Solutions Northwest Inc. to evaluate your workstation. And if you’re working from home, take advantage of the limited time offer for a Virtual Assessment for only $50.

Check out the rest of our ergonomics blog for more advice about safety and comfort in the workplace.

SPECIAL NOTE: Due to the recent COVID-19 Pandemic, many office workers are working from home for the first time. If you or your employ is working at home, contact our Ergonomics Consultants for a $50 Virtual Ergonomics Evaluation for your workstation – work in comfort, from home!

At SolutionsNW.com we value the importance of a positive workplace culture. Part of a positive workplace is a safe workplace, Contact Us to schedule an ergonomics consultation or ergonomics assessment for your office today.

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