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Stretch Break Exercise Software
Now Available
By Linda DuShane White
‘Stretch Break’ is a new software program
available to staff who have windows computers. Maria G. Gherman, M.D.,
MPH of the ES&H/SLAC Medical Department recommended the program as a
means to prevent repetitive stress injuries.
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This screenshot shows a
typical stretch from the program. (Image courtesy of Larissa
Williams) |
This program is SLAC-licensed for use on
SLAC computers. It installs software onto your computer that pops up at
pre-programmed times (for instance, every 15 minutes, or 30 minutes, or
an hour—your choice) and reminds you to take a quick break and stretch.
If you select the ‘stretch now’ option, it guides you through a few
simple exercises that are ergonomically selected to help in reducing
computer stress.
For more information, see:
http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/medical/ergo.html#stretching
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