Nowadays, more and more desk workers are complaining of pain in their hands, arms and shoulders, symptoms that are gradually spreading in the society. Working at a desk for hours on end, spending a lot of time in front of a computer, and a sedentary lifestyle are among the major factors that contribute to this problem. While it is often not possible to change the way you work, you can avoid these problems by taking simple but effective steps at your desk.

Tips for Healthy Desk Work

• Always sit up straight at your desk
• Adjust the monitor height so that the top of the screen is at eyebrow level
• Get up and move around for 5 minutes every 45 minutes
• Do neck strengthening exercises while sitting
• Do not keep your hands and elbows bent excessively for long periods of time when using the keyboard.