Office Syndrome is the name given to a group of symptoms that sometimes afflict people who spend much of their working lives sitting at a desk, often remaining in the same position for hours at a time. Symptoms frequently include neck pain, back ache, and numbness in the extremities. How to prevent office syndrome is the topic of today’s post.
In our experience, the following are some of the most effective ways in which you can prevent office syndrome from causing you physical pain and disrupting your daily work life:
Ergonomic Workstation Setup
A chair designed to encourage and support correct posture when sitting is essential for people who spend much of their time at work sitting in the same place. The chair you use should also be compatible with your desk. You need to be able to adjust your chair to a height at which you can comfortably view your monitor for hours at a time without suffering from neck pain.
Regular Breaks and Movement
The primary cause of Office Syndrome is sitting in one position for too long, so if you want to tackle the root of the problem, take regular breaks and move around as much as possible. If possible, try to incorporate some basic stretching routines into your breaks. Stretching and movement promote healthy circulation and help keep your muscles relaxed throughout the working day.
Proper Sitting posture
When sitting at your desk, try and keep your back straight, your feet flat on the floor and your knees at a relaxed, 90-degree angle. When typing, try not to extend your elbows. In other words, move the keyboard close to the edge of your desk so you can type without reaching forward, with your upper arms close to the sides of your body. It is easier to maintain good posture with an ergonomic workstation, which is why we consider such a workstation to be essential for all office workers.
Healthy Habits and Hydration
Staying well hydrated helps protect your muscles from injury and there are several other useful, healthy habits you can adopt in addition to drinking plenty of water. Looking away from your screen to rest your eyes for a couple of minutes at least once every half an hour will help keep your eyes feeling fresh. Maintaining a good sleep routine will help ensure that you remain alert throughout the working day and remember to follow all the other suggestions in this guide on how to prevent Office Syndrome.
Mental Health and Stress Management
It’s important not to forget your mental health as a healthy mind tends to result in a healthy body, which is better able to handle sitting at a desk for several hours a day without developing any painful physical conditions.
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