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3 Simple Tips for Laptop Users

INTRO

Laptops lack the basic ergonomic requirements of a computer. When personal computers were being created, there were many complaints of people who were feeling musculoskeletal discomfort. In the 1970s, ergonomic design guidelines included a separate screen and keyboard. Laptops are made in one whole piece because their whole purpose is to be transported around. The laptop designs won’t change, but you can easily make changes and improvements to reduce pain caused by a poor posture.

Read these easy tips for a better posture when working in front of the computer:

Use A Separate Keyboard And Mouse

When you use the mouse and the laptop, you are straining your shoulders. We tend to hunch and bend our body over and put weight on our arms which strain on our back, neck, and shoulders.
These are the benefits of using a separate mouse and keyboard: It will help you straighten your posture while moving the mouse around. This will make your work in front of the computer more pleasant. Your wrists won’t have strain as a separate mouse is more comfortable to use.

Use A Laptop Stand

Laptop stands have great benefits when you work on your laptop. Sitting with a laptop stand creates an ergonomic posture thereby reducing pains, musculoskeletal disorders, and other issues. The laptop stand also can the angle of your computer which puts less strain on your eyes.

Avoid Using A Laptop In A Non-Ergonomic Space

Many people use the fact that a laptop can be taken anywhere and end up also working on their sofa and bed. Avoid doing that, it leads to pain and it’s not good for spinal health, especially if it’s a habit for a long time. Try to use your laptop only in an ergonomic space which includes at least a (comfortable) chair, laptop stand, and separate keyboard and mouse. Benefits of using an ergonomic space :

Minimized neck and back pain.
Better spinal health.
Better muscle strength and flexibility.
Better circulation.