Computers are a pain in the…
January 19th, 2006
InformationWeek wants to know (rhetorically), Is Your Computer Killing You?
They have posted an article addressing the myriad ways that computer can cause aches, pains and discomfort to us and our world.
Some of the addressed topics in this six-page article include:
- Your Arms And Hands
- Your Waistline
- Your Shoulders
- Your Eyes
- Your Circulation
- Your Back And Neck
- Your Head
- Your Sleep
- Your Emotional Well-Being
- Your Planet
One thing to note, however is that this article does not take into account recent research showing that among repetitive strain injuries, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is only rarely caused by computer use.
Read more:
Is Your Computer Killing You? [InformationWeek]
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Entry Filed under: Ergonomics, General Health, Pain + Injury
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