Symptoms of unhealthy computing

• Aching hands, wrists or forearms

• Cold fingers and spelling mistakes

• Sore back

• Sore eyes

• Headaches

• Stress
• Time off work due to the above

Suggestions

• Have your workplace ergonomically assessed

• Take micro pauses and rest breaks

• Use keyboard shortcuts rather than the mouse

• Arrange your desk and computer according to guidelines

• Alternate your mouse from right to left and vice versa

• Do not use your computer shortly before sleeping

• Type gently

• Don't allow your wrists drag on the desk

• Avoid eating at the computer