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What does "ergonomics" mean?
Ergonomics is the study of designing objects to be better adapted to the shape of the human body and/or to correct the user's posture. Common examples include chairs designed to prevent the user from sitting in positions that may have a detrimental effect on the spine, and the ergonomic desk which offers an adjustable keyboard tray, a main desktop of variable height and other elements which can be changed by the user.(From wikipedia.com)
Some information from Ikea (from teach-ict.com) about what you can do about ergomics to make your computer use more comfortable
A check list from an american university to help you to know if you are sitting correctly.
Another checklist on how to sit correctly
Computer manufacturer HP have a mini-site about safety and comfort when using computers which is helpful.
The Government have laws about how employers should take care of employees, including how they use computers. they have a leaflet answering questions about using a VDU (or monitor)