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Setting Up a Healthy
A
Work Environment
Prolonged or improper use of a computer worksta-
tion may pose a risk of serious injury. To reduce
your risk of injury, set up and use your computer in
the manner described in this appendix.
Contact a doctor if you experience pain, tenderness,
swelling, burning, cramping, stiffness, throbbing,
weakness, soreness, tingling and/or numbness in
the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, back,
and/or legs.
MAKING YOUR COMPUTER WORK FOR YOU
Computers are everywhere. More and more people sit at
computers for longer periods of time. This appendix
explains how to set up your computer to fit your physical
needs. This information is based on ergonomics — the
science of making the workplace fit the needs of the worker.
Some nerve, tendon, and muscle disorders (musculoskeletal
disorders) may be associated with repetitive activities, im-
proper work environments, and incorrect work habits. Ex-
amples of musculoskeletal disorders that may be associated
with certain forms of repetitive activities include: carpal
tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, tenosynovitis, de Quervain's
tenosynovitis, and trigger finger, as well as other nerve, ten-
don, and muscle disorders.
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WARNING
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