From the type of mouse you use to where it is in relation to your body, there are many critical details involved when it comes to arm, wrist and shoulder health. Some solutions are common sense (it certainly isn't comfortable to lean over to reach your mouse), but other solutions are much more subtle, such as the surface you use to activate your mouse.

Your work environment plays a key role in your productivity - because people are more productive when they are comfortable. And comfort isn't limited to a computer setup, desk, or chair. Your surroundings are part of your work enviroment; lighting, air quality, and the general space around you comprise an integral part of your workspace.

How much time do you spend in front of the computer at your keyboard? Whether it's only a few hours a day or all day, it's important to be in a comfortable position. When you type with your shoulders tense or raised or from another awkward position, you increase the risk of wrist, shoulder, arm or even back disorders.

You probably realise that your computer monitor is a critical part of your workspace. It's often the centre of the work activity and is one of the most important aspects of a comfortable workspace. When it's not optimally positioned, you'll feel it in your neck and shoulders and even your eyes.