Ergonomic Tips

When lifting…
When lifting from the floor, keep your back straight and
lift with the legs. Do not bend over at the waist and lift
with the muscles of the low back. Your body is more
easily injured in this position.
Keep the object being lifted close to your body.
Keep your elbows flexed.
Keep your head up and your neck straight as you lift.

When working with a computer mouse…
Don’t move the mouse with just your wrist.
Use your entire arm and shoulder.
Don’t rest your arm on the edge of the desk while
manipulating the mouse.
Hold the mouse loosely.
Keep your wrist relaxed. Don’t hold it up or down;
instead, hold it in a neutral (straight) position
Move away from the mouse several times per hour
and move your wrists, arms, and shoulders around

Dr. Benjamin A. Caruso

Fairport Chiropractic

1157 Fairport Road

Fairport, NY 14450