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Ergonomic Principles - Posture

Definition

Posture is the angles your body and joints are in when completing tasks.

Risk

Posture becomes a risk when we perform a movement or activity in a non-neutral or awkward position.

The illustrations below show correct neutral postures for the lumbar spine, the neck, the elbow and the wrist. These are the primary focus of office ergonomics.

Spine/Neck   Elbow/Wrist
Incorrect Neck PostureCorrect Neck Posture   Incorrect Wrist PostureCorrect Wrist Posture
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