Do You Have a PC Posture?

prostoalex writes "PC Magazine takes a look at 'PC posture' and the problems associated with the workstyles of those who spend hours in front of the PC. They talk about proper sitting styles, the erroneous name of 'wrist rest,' monitor height and the need for periodic exercises to help alleviate potential repetitive stress injuries."

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Nonesense!

[LiquidCoooled]

My PC is powered by an exercise bike.

Now, if only I could stop forcing my kids to pedal whilst I sit back I might actually lose some weight.

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Taking breaks at work

[Pink Tinkletini]

All of the experts emphasized the importance of moving around throughout the day, whether through simple stretches, programs that prompt people to take a break, or by refilling your water glass or standing to complete tasks when you can.

To alleviate symptoms of RSI, my doctor suggested I take a few breaks to walk around during the workday, but unfortunately, my health insurance wouldn't pay for a chiropractor. That's why I took up smoking.

Article's missing something

[IAstudent]

Obviously the author only covered "PC posture", not "Gamer posture"

Slumped back in chair, head tilted towards screen, body rigid except for wrists and fingers.

Trying to correct that is like trying to find a cure for the neurotic cat.

Actually

[ElephanTS]

I have a Mac posture. It's just like waaay cooler ;^)

Re:Actually

[geobeck]

My posture is usually leaning to one side so I can check out female co-workers' butts as they go by, and give whistles and cat-calls to the hot ones.

So I guess I don't have a PC posture.

News

[suv4x4]

FTFA:

Well, here's some news that might get you to sit straight up in your chair:

Shit this is gonna be intense... I knew it there's something in there I didn't know.

Along with the majority of the computer-facing population, you could be well on your way to developing a series of unsavory repetitive stress ailments such as carpal tunnel syndrome, postural syndrome, tendonitis and eye strain.

Wait, you promised me news, damn you. I WANT MY NEWS!!!

My dear old worn chair

[Reverse Gear]

At my home desk computer I have on very old worn chair with where the back rest is pretty much unuseable.
It has been with me for the last 6 years, in which I have been sitting at the computer many hours every day in this chair.
I have often been thinking about replacing this chair and often people tell me to do so. So far I have not done this. Somehow I have an idea that this miserable chair helps me to avoid injuries.
One obvious things about this chair is that with me not sitting comfortable I often rise and move around for a little while before getting back at the computer, one thing that the article emphasises as being a good thing.
Another good thing is that this chair makes me change seatnig position all the time, without really thinking abuot it, the chair is not much diffrent than a stool I have a variety of ways of sitting at the chair that put the strain on diffrent places in my body.

I think I will stick with this worn chair until it totally falls apart after which I will go look for a similar old worn chair.
After all the countries where people sleep directly on the floor without soft mattresses like India back injuries were curiosly enough almost unknown until they started getting civilized sleeping in soft beds.

Re:my posture

[VolciMaster]

often having to loosen my trousers while using the computer

Ummm... I don't think that's a *POSTURE* problem, but perhaps a *VIEWING* issue...