Guide to an Ergonomic Workspace Setup

Screen position
- The top of the monitor or laptop screen should be at eye level.
- Screens should be about an arm’s length away.
- Optimizing screen position can help prevent neck pain and eye strain.
Workspace surface
- The external keyboard and mouse should be within close reach.
- The table or desk should have enough room to rest forearms on the surface without raising shoulders or allowing soft tissue to dig into the surface’s edge.
- By avoiding overreaching and contact stress, this positioning can minimize shoulder pain and wrist pain.
Chair and foot support
- The chair should be at a height where you can rest your feet flat on the floor or an elevated surface, such as a stool.
- Knees should be level with hips.
- Sitting in this position with adequate support can help prevent back pain and shoulder pain.