Smaller nerves branch out between each vertebrae to carry messages around the body. Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones or cartilage together - serving to support and strengthen joints. Tendons are fibrous cords of connective tissue which attach muscle to bone. Place one hand cupped under your chin, with the other in back of your head at the base of the skull. Our bodies are designed to move, bend and flex - and our posture changes to fit the task.
Static posture leads to discomfort and lower productivity.
Be aware of your posture while working. When you assume a neutral posture, your body will find its natural balance. Adjust your worksite to fit you before you begin the task. Keep your shoulders relaxed, not hunched. Keep your forearms and thighs parallel to the floor.