Office worker help!

[xXChloeXx]

I have been working in an office for a week and my neck and back are killing me from being sat all day. I get up now and then for a quick walk around but doesn't help much. Has anyone got any advice on how I can work more comfortably please? I also have arthritis in my neck which doesn't help

Sounds like your desk and chair aren't set up correctly, have you had a workspace assessment done to check your screen position, key board etc?

If you look up ergonomic posture at a desk, you can see optimal positions for your body. It makes a lot of difference having your legs at the best angle, your screen at the best distance from your eyes, etc. Hopefully you're provided with an adjustable chair that'll help you use the best positions.

Might a standing desk or sitting on a gym ball work? I have colleagues who do these things due to back pain and it seems to help.

All the above.

I found a standing desk made a huge improvement for me (I have neck issues caused by many years of working on a lap top badly set up)

I thoroughly recommend a desk riser that can be used at normal height or as a standing desk. It makes you move around more and is much better for your back, neck and eyes, and makes you naturally move more.

I use mine with a standing stool as well.

If you are using a laptop get a laptop stand with separate mouse and wireless keyboard

Here's some helpful links. Your employer should pay for /provide this. Ask for an occupational health review to confirm what is needed.

Hope this helps

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