Too much computer

DoctorWorm222

My new job focuses on computer work. After 3 days of work, I don't know how the heck I'm going to keep up with this shiz. My eyes hurt, my back hurts, and I'm flippin' tired. How do people sit at a computer all day long without going insane (with the exception of the bump, of course).

I haven't been able to bump much from work lately. Sigh. I miss youz guize. 

[Deleted User]

Can you get an ergonomic evaluation?

karinothing

I agree with the ergonomic eval. You might also want to try to get a glare protector for your screen.

blu-eyedwife

Eyes: institute the 20/20 rule- every 20 minutes give your eyes a break from the computer for 20 seconds.

Back: this is why I started my insane water drinking habit. Every hour I finish what's in my water glass, refill it, and then take a bathroom break. This keeps me hydrated, which is healthy, but it also gives me back a short break from sitting and gets me moving a little. 

BeesMomma00

I have been working at a computer all day for years. What helps me is turning off fluorescent lighting.  If possible, work in natural light.  Also, turn on music.  Good Luck!

pennysuedog

Mh has  his monitor raised really high so he doesn't hunch over because he is tall.  Maybe moving our monitor would help.   Sometimes I wish I could sit at work but I think I would go stir crazy sitting all day long. 

DoctorWorm222

Those are great tips! I've been talking to my new colleagues, and they recommend frequent breaks, stretching, resting your eyes. The ergonomic eval. would definitely be worth the time too. I guess its just going to take some getting used to. I miss my bench science already. I haven't seen a worm in weeks  

Fianschneid

blu-eyedwife:

Eyes: institute the 20/20 rule- every 20 minutes give your eyes a break from the computer for 20 seconds.

Back: this is why I started my insane water drinking habit. Every hour I finish what's in my water glass, refill it, and then take a bathroom break. This keeps me hydrated, which is healthy, but it also gives me back a short break from sitting and gets me moving a little. 

I do this, too. Give yourself a break once an hour, even if it is just for a quick bathroom break.