Ergonomics, RSI Prevention & Posture

Protecting Your Hands: Typing Ergonomics

Long hours of high-speed typing can cause Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome if your desk setup and posture are poor.

1. Wrist Alignment (The Floating Wrist)

INCORRECT (Bent Wrist Strain):
[Hand] ---__ [Desk Surface]   <-- Causes Carpal Tunnel Compression!

CORRECT (Neutral Floating Line):
[Arm] ========= [Hand] ---- [Keyboard] <-- Straight neutral alignment

• Keep your wrists straight and floating in a neutral position parallel to the floor.
• Do not rest your wrists flat against the desk while actively typing. Use wrist rests ONLY during rest breaks!

2. Desk & Chair Setup

• Elbow Angle: 90° to 100° open angle.
• Monitor Height: Top line of the screen should align with eye level so your neck is straight.
• Feet: Planted flat on the floor.