Let’s face it, in today’s day and age we easily spend more than half of our day sitting down. We are seated when we have our meals, commuting in a car, bus or train, at home watching television, and mostly importantly all those hours on the computer during work.
It is reported that in US, work related musculoskeletal disorders are among the most frequently reported causes of lost or restricted work time. Thus, good ergonomic is crucial not only for the wellness of the employees, but also for the company as a whole.
Common musculoskeletal disorder symptoms associated with bad sitting posture while using a computer:
- Strained wrists or fingers or RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury)
- Pain or stiffness at the lumbar, neck and shoulders.
- Pain or stiffness at the elbows.
- Tight hamstrings and hip flexors.
Even if good ergonomic is practiced at your workplace, the odds of you developing pain and strain, though reduced, is not entirely preventable. Here is a complete list of essential stretches you can do seated on your office chair at your desk to further minimise discomfort and protect your joints, muscles and ligaments.
Click on this link to learn some stretches which you can do on your office chair during work to prevent musculoskeletal disorder.