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Posture
Young man sitting in front of a computer screen, Jonathan Janson
- Health Hazards of Sitting Bonnie Berkowitz, Washington Post
- Coding your body, by Sophie Hiltner
In this 30 minutes talk she gave at 30C3, physical therapist Sophie Hiltner explains basic anatomy of the musculo-skeletal systems, the physical structures that hold us together and enable our actions. How is a little anatomy interesting ? Understanding the physiology and mechanics of the bones, muscles and connective tissues, leads to a better understanding of the constraints and stresses our postures exert on these systems everyday all day, and of the negative consequences these postures can have for the general well-being and health. Then with that basic understanding in mind, it because easier to avoid or revert the ill effects of poor posture and/or lack of movement…
- Lost Posture: Why some indigenous cultures may not have back pain Michaeleen Doucleff
Workrave is a program that assists in the recovery and prevention of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI). The program frequently alerts you to take micro-pauses, rest breaks and restricts you to your daily limit. The program runs on GNU/Linux and Microsoft Windows. - A review of Workrave by physical therapist Sophie Hiltner can be read On Workrave, by Sophie Hiltner
- MyOwnStretchWare Reverse Engeneering for public health