Teleworking | How to set up a laptop at home?

The growth of teleworking in the wake of the global pandemic has raised several issues related to workspace design. Due to a lack of adequate equipment and the irresistible call of the couch, many teleworkers adopt postures that can be detrimental to their health. Bending over the computer or sitting on the bed, many report a gradual onset of muscle pain. In addition, mental illnesses such as chronic stress and insomnia can have a negative impact on the well-being of employees.  

Setting up a real ergonomic home office is essential if you are to enjoy the benefits of telecommuting without leaving yourself vulnerable to musculoskeletal disorders. Here are a few tips for setting up a functional ergonomic workstation in the comfort of your own home. This will guarantee concentration and productivity for all your home-based activities. 

Invest in ergonomic furniture to improve your posture when teleworking

Although they may seem idyllic, it is important to avoid improvised installations such as a corner table, a sofa or a bed to work. For your comfort, it is necessary to equip yourself with quality office furniture. These tools will be the key to a good working posture at home. Essential, they bring together all the functionalities necessary for the health and efficiency of teleworkers.

In order to adopt a healthy and pleasant work posture, you can invest in a work desk as well as in a good ergonomic chair. These will optimize the comfort of the sitting position according to the requirements and needs of each person. Well installed in this adapted equipment, you will effectively prevent the appearance of tensions and muscular pains. These adjustable chairs will adapt to your morphology by adjusting quickly in height, width and depth. They perfectly fit the contours of your body, allowing you to keep your back straight and to relieve the lumbar area.

Several options can be added to these work chairs to enhance your comfort. Choose chairs with headrests, movable armrests or footrests for optimum comfort. A chair with integrated lumbar support, for example, is ideal for reducing back pain. These ergonomic accessories will help your body to adopt healthier, more relaxed postures. For more information contact one of our advisors. 

Positioning your computer screen correctly

The computer is the central tool of the home worker. It is therefore necessary to find solutions in order to limit as much as possible the inconveniences linked to its use.

First of all, the screen must be positioned at eye level, well in front of you in order to avoid any twisting of the neck or back. To avoid visual fatigue, it should be placed at a distance equivalent to the length of the arm (50-70cm). With a laptop, these tips can be difficult to implement. Fortunately, ergonomic solutions have been developed to overcome this difficulty. Articulated laptop stands and arms are designed to facilitate the installation and thus naturally correct the user's position. No need to tilt the head, look down, stretch the neck or over-engage. Effortlessly adjustable, these accessories allow you to quickly adapt your workstation to your needs. They are lightweight and easily stored in your computer bag to take you anywhere you want to go. To allow you to work comfortably in line with the keyboard and the screen, document holders can be integrated in addition.

Equip yourself with accessories that will increase your comfort while telecommuting

A multitude of other smart accessories are available to optimize the comfort of your workstation at home.

For example, using a computer stand means using a separate keyboard and mouse. Good news, because these accessories are essential for comfort! By opting for ergonomic keyboards and mice, you can prevent muscoskeletal disorders in the arm, wrist and shoulder areas. Some mice, such as vertical mice, will allow you to find the most comfortable position while avoiding carpal tunnel syndrome. Combined with a non-slip pad, the wrist will remain in line with the arm, which will effectively prevent strain and twisting.

To complete your home installation, you can equip your laptop withmultimedia accessories. Depending on your needs, a wireless headset can facilitate your activities and exchanges. 

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