Lesson 1,
Topic 1
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Best Practices
The following are basic guide to good ergonomics when using cell phones and other handheld devices.
- Observe the 20/20/20: rule – every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away.
- Try to maintain neutral posture when using cell phones and other hand-held devices.
- Limit your typing time to no more than 10 -15-minute sessions.
- Hold a pencil and use the eraser to push the keys to give your thumbs a break.
- Take a break, stretch, and work on something else for a few minutes.
- Alternating ears for each phone conversation (at least every five minutes).
- Use a padded phone rest to prevent tilting the head to far.
- Avoid sending messages while walking and NEVER send messages while driving.
- Hold the device slightly below eye level to keep your head in a neutral posture to limit pressure on the cervical spine.
- Clean device screens: frequently to minimize glare.