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Ergonomics II: Eye Exercises and Stretches

Eye Comfort Exercises Blinking (produces tears to help moisten and lubricate the eyes) Yawning (produces tears to help moisten and lubricate the eyes) Expose eyes to natural light Palming while seated, brace elbows on the desk and close to the desk edge let weight fall forward cup hands over eyes close eyes inhale slowly through nose and hold for 4 seconds continue deep breathing for 15-30 seconds Eye Movements close eyes slowly and gently move eyes up to the ceiling, then slowly down to the floor repeat 3 times close eyes slowly and gently move eyes to the left, then slowly to the right repeat 3 times Focus Change hold one finger a few inches away form the eye focus on the finger slowly move the finger away focus far into the distance and then back to the finger slowly bring the finger back to within a few inches of the eye fo...

Ergonomics: Avoiding Pinched Nerve

As a relevant follow-up to the previous article on 'pinched nerve', I am posting this topic on 'ergonomics'. This will help us all in avoiding work-related injuries like pinched nerve. Ergonomics is the study of factors affecting the way humans relate to the world around them, with the aim of improving one’s performance, safety, and productivity. Simply put, it looks at the kind of work you do, the tools you use and your whole job environment, to find the best fit between you and your occupational conditions. Examples of ergonomic changes to your work might include Adjusting the position of your computer keyboard to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome. Being sure that the height of your desk chair allows your feet to rest flat on floor Learning the right way to lift heavy objects to prevent back injuries Using handle coatings or special gloves to suppress vibrations from power tools No matter what the job is, ergonomics plays an im...