The computer for *Worker---essential thing to work *Student---essential tool for gain knowledge *Us--- essential tool for entertainment.

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The computer for *Worker---essential thing to work *Student---essential tool for gain knowledge *Us--- essential tool for entertainment

We must protect ourselves from the potential hazard by spending too much of time in front of computer..If not…

Physical Health which is affected by computer usages

Repetitive Stress Injuries

Other names: Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS) Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) Repetitive Motion Syndrom (RMS) Causes A constant stress and repeating the strain on the joints can cause permanent damage without chance of recovery.

This is the body part where the repetitive stress injuries easy to occur

Back pain

Overuse of muscles Factor muscle spasms, cramping, stiffness pain which may vary in many aspects symptoms

Lower Back Pain Exercises: Stretches Yoga

Eye strain

SYMPTOMS Blurred vision; red eyes Flickering lights Migraine or a bad headache Increased fatigue Badly stiff shoulders; an incredible pain neck

Ways to cure Take frequent breaks. Let your eyes rest Do some exercises Check the lighting Blink more often Adjust monitor setting

We should apply the posture showed in the next slide to prevent this sickness.

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