Computer Related Disorders (7 Integrity)

Which illness affect the eyes if you stare at the computer for a long time?

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• Computer Vision Syndrome

• Lower back pain

Definition of symptom- any feeling of illness in the body

Write two symptoms of computer vision syndrome (how do you know you are affected by computer vision syndrome?)

How can you protect yourself from computer vision syndrome when you use the computer? Write ONE method of prevention.

You can be affected by lower back pain if you do not___________

• stand up

• walk all over

• sit upright on the chair

Discuss two reasons people suffer from lower back pain while using the computer.

Which of the following is one way to prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

• turn on the light

• take breaks from the keyboard

• always look closely at the monitor

Write one sentence to explain how you can prevent Tendonitis.