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� Use the Strongest/Largest Joints
Available for the Job
- Instead of using your fingers, use your wrist;
instead of using your wrist, use your elbow;
instead of your elbow, use your shoulder.
- Lift objects by scooping them with both hands,
palms up.
- Push heavy objects using the weight of the body,
rather than pulling or lifting.
Reduce the Effort Needed
to do the Job
- Add leverage to items to reduce the force to
operate them
(faucets, door handles)
- Use light weight utensils, dishes
- Use food in smaller containers
Plan Ahead
- Gather all items needed
- Spread heavy and light tasks throughout the day
and week
Pace Yourself and Avoid Fatigue
- Plan your day to allow for a balance of rest and activity
- Don�t wait until you are tired before you stop and rest
Sit When Possible
- Sitting eliminates considerable fatigue
- Use a seat in the shower, when dressing
Apply Work Simplification Strategies
- Select an activity to improve, one that takes too long,
increases fatigue or pain
- Determine if the activity is necessary and if you are
the best person to do it.
- Break the activity down into steps
Use Good Posture
- Sit and stand straight
- Proper body alignment balances muscles and
decreases stress
Use Good Body Mechanics
- Push or pull, rather than lift
-Slide objects along the counter
- Stand close to the object to be moved
- Carry items close to the body, keeping your
back straight
- Avoid bending, reaching, twisting
- If you must lift, it should be done with your legs
muscles rather than your back
COMPUTING I spend a great deal of time at my computer. So I douple up my rest time with my computer time by sitting reclined in my comfy chair, the ergonomic keyboard in my lap and a track-ball on the chair arm. I have a U-shaped bean bag pillow at my head and the monitor on a stool next to my chair. The end result is that I can rest efficiently while entertaining myself on the web or writing or playing games. It is almost as restful for me as laying in bed. Writing
- Build up pens/pencils
- Flair Tip pens require less pressure to make a mark
- Sit at desk/table in a comfortable chair.
- Writing requires a sustained grip and is not
recommended for long periods.
- Time limit 10-15 minutes.
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