Is working on a computer for 12-16 hours a day bad for you physically?

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asked Jul 1, 2017 in Internet by Niklas (120 points)
I'm on the computer for 12-16 hours a day at home working on projects. I spend most of my waking hours on the computer but at least once a week I take a break from the computer.

Is staying on the computer for 12-16 hours per day bad for ones physical health?

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answered Jul 1, 2017 by Judy (56,120 points)
Working on a computer or just sitting at your desk for hours on end can be bad for your health.

Sitting to much can cause lower back problems, decrease circulation in your legs.

Typing too much can cause wrist pan and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, staring at a computer screen all day and not taking a break can strain your eyes.

If you have to work on a computer all day make sure you take 30 minutes breaks every few hours to get up and walk away from the computer.

Take a walk outside or even just look out your window. Just focusing your eyes on something else other than your computer monitor can help your eyes tremendously.

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