Sep 09 2008
Neck and Shoulder Pain from Improper Computer Usage
Neck and shoulder pain is a common ailment for those who spend hours a day at a computer, caused by one or more of the following factors: monitor position, document position, telephone use, mouse use and sitting position. This article will address monitor position and mouse usage issues.
Depending on several factors, your head can weigh anywhere from 8-15 pounds. Imagine you rested your elbow on a table and had your arm pointing up with a bowling ball, the weight of your head, in the hand. If that bowling ball is balanced in your hand, you could easily sit there for a few minutes ad have a conversation. But if you tilted the bowling ball several inches to one side, from holding that weight, the muscles would immediately begin to tire, hurt, and you would soon have to put it down. You may have arm pain that lasts hours. Continue Reading »
