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This will be clarified in the following:

1- Chair

Choose a chair that supports the curves of the spine, adjust the chair's height so
your feet are flat on the ground or on a footrest, and your thighs are parallel to
the ground. Adjust the armrests so your arms rest on them gently with your
shoulders relaxed.

2- Main items on your desk
Keep essential items - like the phone, stapler, or printed materials - close to your
body to reduce reaching.

3-Keyboard and Mouse
Place the mouse within reach and on the same surface as the keyboard. While
typing or using the mouse, maintain the straightness of your wrists and keep your
upper arms close to your body, and your hands at the level of your elbows or
slightly below. Use keyboard shortcuts to reduce extended mouse use. If possible,
adjust the mouse sensitivity so you can use a light touch to operate it. Switch the
hand you use to operate the mouse by moving the mouse to the other side of the
keyboard.

4-Phone
If you talk a lot on the phone and type at the same time, place your phone on
speaker or use a headset instead of holding the phone between your head and
neck.

5-Footrest
If your chair is too high, making it impossible to rest your feet flat on the ground,
or if your desk height requires you to raise the chair, use a footrest. If a footrest is
not available, try using a small chair or a stack of sturdy books instead.

6-Desk
Under the desk, ensure there is empty space for your knees, thighs, and feet. If
the desk is too low and cannot be adjusted, place boards or sturdy blocks under
the desk legs. If the desk is too high and cannot be adjusted, raise your seat. Use a
footrest to support your feet as needed. If your desk has a hard edge, staple the
edge or use a wrist rest. And do not store things under your desk.

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