(HealthDayNews) -- When kids spend hours in front of computer screens, it can cause physical problems.
Help your kids avoid computer-related woes with these tips from the American Physical Therapy Association:
- Feet must touch the ground or rest on a stool when sitting.
- Keep an upright posture.
- Hold eyes level with the screen.
- Forearms should be parallel to the floor.
- Relax shoulder blades.
- Rest the eyes by looking away from the screen as often as possible.
- Take a break at least every 20 minutes.
- Stretch and move in the seat, or preferably, when standing.
- Watch for warning signs, such as headaches, fatigue, muscle pain or cramping.
