Davis Chiropractic Health & Wellness, P.A. Workstation Instructions
5 Steps to Setting Up Your Workspace
Step 1
Adjust seat height to achieve all of the following:
- Shoulders relaxed
- Elbows at 90 degrees
- Forearms level on horizontal plane
- Wrists straight
Step 2
Feet flat on floor or on a foot rest:
- Ensure hips and knees are at 90 degrees
- Thighs parallel with floor
- Feet well supported
Step 3
Adjusting the seat back position:
- In most cases the chair should support the spine in the upright position
- Adjust the lumbar support to fit into the small of your back
NOTE: Some people are comfortable sitting forward and not using the chair back for support. If posture and comfort are good, this is fine.
Step 4
Correct monitor/screen position:
- Eyes level with the TOP of the screen
Note: If wearing multi-focal lenses, screen might need to be slightly lower
- Distance should be comfortable for reading when sitting upright and close the desk
- Keep monitor & keyboard front on and on-center to self
Step 5
Eliminate awkward neck posture:
- A document holder may be used to refer to or type from printed material
- NEVER cradle the phone between neck and ear