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OFFICE STRETCHING

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WHY IS STRETCHING IMPORTANT

• Working at a computer often involves very few changes i

position. This lack of movement can lead to muscle painShort stretch break can prevent and reduce this discomf

• It is recommended that a person do stretching for 5-10 m

every hour spent at a workstation, or whenever feel stif

possible, it is ideal to stand up and walk for this time

• Do not bounce, pull/push excessively, or lock your joints.

should feel a stretch, but not pain

• If you feel pain or severe discomfort, stop stretching. Ask

medical professional for advice

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Common area that should be stretc

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EYES

Close your eyes, cup your handplace them lightly over your clo

Rest your elbow on your desk a

breathe deeply for 1 minutes

Look away from your computeand focus on a distant object

Look up, down and side to side

moving your head

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ARM

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NECK AND SHOULDER

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HAND AND WRIST

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BACK AND LEG

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