Computer Ergonomics

Shanghai American SchoolMarch 12th, 2010

What is Ergonomics?Work Laws: Matching the task to the personExamples: Pair or Shoes, Ferrari, computers

Computer Related InjuriesCommon injuries include:Neck painShoulder painBack painWrist pain (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)

Computer Related InjuriesDue to:

1. MicroTears

1. MICROTEARS

MICROTEARS: Problem when microtears happen faster than their healing.

INFLAMMATION:HeatRednessPainSwelling

1. a) Awkward PosturesExtreme Range of MotionAgainst Gravity

1. Awkward Postures

2. Static PositionsBlood vessel compression is directly proportional to

the intensity of the muscle contraction Accentuate injuries

Perfect PostureFollow natural

curves

NECK

NECK

BACK

BACK

ARMS

ARMS

LEGS

LEGS

PERFECT POSTURE

PERFECT POSTURE

LAPTOP

LAPTOP

LAPTOP

Thank you

Ivy Lee Fook ChoyOccupational Therapist