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Computer Ergonomics
Shanghai American SchoolMarch 12th, 2010
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What is Ergonomics?Work Laws: Matching the task to the personExamples: Pair or Shoes, Ferrari, computers
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Computer Related InjuriesCommon injuries include:Neck painShoulder painBack painWrist pain (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)
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Computer Related InjuriesDue to:
1. MicroTears
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1. MICROTEARS
MICROTEARS: Problem when microtears happen faster than their healing.
INFLAMMATION:HeatRednessPainSwelling
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1. a) Awkward PosturesExtreme Range of MotionAgainst Gravity
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1. Awkward Postures
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2. Static PositionsBlood vessel compression is directly proportional to
the intensity of the muscle contraction Accentuate injuries
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Perfect PostureFollow natural
curves
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NECK
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NECK
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BACK
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BACK
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ARMS
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ARMS
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LEGS
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LEGS
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PERFECT POSTURE
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PERFECT POSTURE
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LAPTOP
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LAPTOP
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LAPTOP
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Thank you
Ivy Lee Fook ChoyOccupational Therapist
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