Home Desk Ergonomics: Monitor, Chair and Keyboard in Six Checks
Place the display ahead, support feet and back, and keep wrists close to neutral while using input devices.
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Rather than forcing one rigid pose for hours, fit the workstation to the user and vary your position. CDC/NIOSH recommends a display roughly an arm's length away, neutral wrists, appropriate support and regular visual breaks.
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CDC National Institute for Occupational Safety and HealthWorking from Home: How to Optimize Your Work Environment and Stay Healthy ↗NIOSH original indexed article consulted on monitor at arm's length, screen eye level, neutral wrists, external keyboards and glare/repetitive screen breaks.U.S. Occupational Safety and Health AdministrationComputer Workstations: Good Working Positions ↗OSHA indexed official guidance reviewed for relaxed shoulders, supported feet and back, neutral wrists, and elbows roughly 90-120 degrees; full page fetch restricted by source.Mayo Clinic News NetworkHome office ergonomics tips ↗Mayo Clinic guidance used to corroborate footrests, desk clearance and monitor placement.
