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ergonomix as a Prevention Tool
While no software can guarantee that you will not develop health problems as a result of computer overuse, following a few basic recommendations on computer use can dramatically reduce your risk and help you feel fresher at the end of your work day.
ergonomix helps to prevent RSI in 3 ways:
Pacing
ergonomix will suggest rest periods at appropriate times throughout your work day. Unlike many similar programs, it will do this based on your actual computer usage.
Your muscles, tendons and joints need time to recover from repetitive activities and static posture. This is not only the case at the end of the work day, but also continually throughout the day. Working on your computer for 3 straight hours without interruption will cause much more damage than working on the computer for 4 hours with regular breaks.
Benefits:
- your whole body will be less tense and more relaxed
- your eyes will be less tired at the end of the work day
- you are less prone to tension headaches
- you are less prone to developing RSI
Stretching
During rest periods ergonomix will suggest a range of easy stretching exercises which you can perform at your desk.
Stretching is one of the most effective and simple ways to prevent CTD injuries. Regular stretching breaks increase blood flow to the muscles and tendons, prevent cramped posture and the buildup of tension in the muscles. It strengthens the tendons and relaxes the body. It also has stress relieving qualities.
Benefits:
- relieves muscle tension and promotes general feeling of well being
- strengthens your muscles and tendons
- relieves stress
- you are less prone to developing RSI
Ergonomic know-how
During rest periods ergonomix displays ergonomic tips, tricks and basic ergonomic know-how.
The emergence of painful conditions is usually due to incorrect posture and faulty keyboard and mouse technique. While pacing and stretching can relief symptoms, without behavior modification the symptoms will reappear. Advice on correct posture, technique and workspace setup is therefore of paramount importance.
Benefits:
- you can identify potential causes for discomfort and eliminate them
- you can gradually acquire proper technique
- you can optimize your workspace setup
- you can fight the causes of discomfort rather than the symptoms
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Background
This link provides background information about preventing and recovering from RSI.
Prevention
Find out how ergonomix can help you prevent Repetitive Strain Injury.
Recovery
If you are already injured read the disclaimer below carefully.
Then have a look at our recovery page that details how ergonomix can help you recover from RSI.
Books
If you want to find out more about RSI or stretching, check out our list of recommended reading.
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Disclaimer
The techniques, ideas, and suggestions in this product are not intended as a substitute for proper medical advice! Consult your physician or health care professional before performing any new exercise or exercise technique, particularly if you are pregnant or nursing, or if you are elderly, or if you have any chronic or recurring conditions. Any application of the techniques, ideas, and suggestions in this document is at the reader's sole discretion and risk.
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