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WORKSTATION
KEYBOARD
MOUSE
MONITOR/SCREEN
CHAIR
DOCUMENT HOLDER
WORKSTATION ITEMS
PHONE

WHERE IT HURTS
WRIST/HAND
ELBOW
SHOULDER/NECK
SIDE/BACK
LEGS
EYES
Tip 3: Keep your back naturally curved.  Support your lower back with a lumbar support (a cushion or a pad).

Why?
• Helps maintain a natural curve of the spine.
• Helps maintain good posture.

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This web page was designed as an assignment for Human Factors: Ergonomics, Anthropometrics and Biomechanics class (DEA651 graduate section, Fall 2002) taught by Professor Alan Hedge at the Department of Design and Environmental Analysis, College of Human Ecology,
Cornell University.