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“Many people underestimate the importance and value of workstation ergonomics. Without proper ergonomics, your body can undergo a tremendous amount of stress and damage from consistent poor posture and repetitive, unnecessary movements.”

Michelle Zaiser offers a few helpful tips for designing an ergonomic workstation and work day:

1. Your office chair:
   • Select an office chair that has adjustable height settings and adjustable height armrests.
   • Be sure to sit with your buttocks all the way to the back of the chair seat.
2. Your Desk:
   • Angle your workspace around you.
   • Make sure your computer monitor faces you directly. The monitor should be an arm’s length away from your face.
   • Your keyboard should be placed at the base of your desk, with your mouse pad and mouse placed directly beside it.
   • Place office supplies and items that you use most often within an arm’s reach on your desk.
3. Remember to stretch:
   • Take a break at least three times during your work day or shift to stretch. If you are seated at a desk, using a keyboard for most of the day, it is especially important to stretch your wrists, shoulders and neck.

Watch the video at the Fox8 site for more tips.