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FREEDOM FROM MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS IN OFFICE

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Ergonomics means finding ways to work easier by still being just as productive as earlier and for a longer time. Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs) such as strains, sprains, carpal tunnel, and back injuries need not be caused only due to the physically demanding nature of the work. Even someone who has been working in the office building for years can fall victim to a musculoskeletal disorder. And that is why people working in offices are not safe from threat of MSDs. I don't know how many of you will be in agreement with the approach I put forward to improve the ergonomics in our work desks. What I intent to suggest is a practical method to improve your well-being without expecting the company alone to be responsible for an ergonomic workplace in your office. Ergonomics might not have been considered while designing workstations for offices. Given the high rents corporate tenants are forced to pay for their office spaces at prime locations, the onus is on fitti...