Everything that you don’t know about the importance of good posture at work.
Why is it important to have good posture at work?
The vast majority of us spend several hours a week at the workplace. This is why it is important to have a correct posture during these long hours when we are working. In this article, find out how much a good posture can improve in your daily life.
To avoid carpal tunnel
Carpal tunnel syndrome is part of what is called WMSDs (injuries attributed to repetitive strain). Carpal tunnel syndrome is an affection of the hand that can be caused by a tendon injury in the wrist. When you have carpal tunnel it means the wrist has been very strained. You may have some pain and some tingling in your wrists. Very different professionals can be affected by painful ailments. Both golfers and writers can develop carpal tunnel syndrome.
To avoid this injury, adopt a better posture at work during working hours. Start by putting your hands in line with your forearms. Also, try to reduce the repetitiveness of the movements of your wrist
To reduce the risk of your back pain
Among all parts of the body, the lower back is one of the areas of the body which is most affected by long hours of working days in the office. Because the human body was not made to sit still for too long, the office work usually causes some back pains. To prevent and avoid this type of injury, start adopting a good posture during your working hours when you are in the office.
First of all, be sure to choose a chair that helps you to stand up straight with your firmly planted on the ground. Adjust its size to be properly seated. In addition to all of these precautions, get up from your seat at least one time every half hour. Walking around your office will help you to restore blood flow to your body. Even in a seated position, move your ankles, pointing your toes first towards the ceiling, then towards the floor.
To breathe better and have more energy
Standing up straight is the best way to improve your breathing. In this position, you clear your breathing ways and diaphragm. The air circulates better and you breathe out and inhale more easily. Better breathing automatically leads to more strength. When the body is well oxygenated, it gains energy. When you are tired, you may want to slack off in your office chair. Yet it is the best way to be more and more tired and cultivate tiredness in the office.
