Arms And Wrists; Work Habits - Toshiba Satellite 1750 User Manual

Arms and wrists

Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep them in
a relaxed, neutral position while typing.
Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve circulation.
WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may
result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands,
wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the
computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a
physician.

Work habits

The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary
your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your
work day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress
and improve your efficiency.
Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your muscles,
and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three minutes every
half hour is more effective than a long break after several
hours.
Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.
Intersperse such activities with other tasks.
Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods
can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently
and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds.
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