Computer use during the COVID-19 pandemic
Computer use during the COVID-19 pandemic

Summary/Abstract: Introduction: In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the majority of occupations worked from home for epidemiological reasons. This situation resulted in physical inactivity and an increase in stress that could negatively affect the locomotor apparatus, musculoskeletal system and other systems, as well as lead to vision impairment and mental health deterioration. Methods: The emergence of individual locomotor apparatus disorders and syndromes when using mobile devices is the result of failure to maintain good posture as well as unsuitable working conditions when working in the home environment. The presented article focuses on suggestions regarding an ergonomic environment, appropriate exercises, the importance of proper exercise habits, as well as exercises aimed at preventing visual impairment and applying stress management methods. Results: Appropriate preventive measures have been proposed, as well as the option of using the latest available means of distance therapy during the pandemic through telerehabilitation and virtual reality, as well as artificial intelligence. Conclusion: Preventive measures regarding computer use during the COVID-19 pandemic proposed in the article will mitigate the impact of negative consequences that working from home entails.

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