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Digital Health and Wellness

Presented by The Digital Divas: Elizabeth Hill, Sandra Langston,

Sandra Swanson, & Patrice Toomer

Welcome•Introductions

•Test Live Classroom Tools

•Why we chose this topic?

Survey Questions• Please indicate your answers using

the Live Classroom tools. • Yes-(meaning have experienced

before) should be indicated with a thumbs up signal

• No-(meaning never have experienced) should be indicated with a thumbs down.

Survey Question #1

Do you ever suffer from back/neck pain after

sitting at a computer all day?

(Please respond using thumbs up or thumbs down.)

Survey Question #2

Do you ever experience vision strain after using a computer for a long

period of time?


Survey Question #3

Have you ever experienced headaches after using a computer

for a long period of time?


Survey Question #4

Do your wrists and hands ever feel stiff after

typing for long periods of time?


Survey Question #5

Does your neck/back feel stiff after using a cell

phone for a long period of time?


Survey Question #6

Have you ever experienced clumsiness

or an accident while talking or texting on a

cell phone?


Survey Question #7

After playing a gaming system have you ever felt drained, stiff, or

tired?


Survey Question #8Have you ever

experienced soreness or tendonitis (muscle inflammation) after

engaging with a game console?


Survey Question #9

Have you ever experienced ringing or

buzzing in the ears after listening to an iPod or

MP3 player?


Survey Question #10

Are you in situations where you are

constantly using the computer, cell phone,

game console, or iPod/MP3 player?


QuestionsFocus-How can you protect your

state of wellness when engaging & utilizing technology?

Related Questions-• What are the health effects for the improper

use of computers & their equipment?• What are proper & improper uses of cell phones

when related to our health & wellness?• What are health problems that can result from

the improper use of gaming devices and consoles?

• What can be done to help eliminate health problems & promote wellness when using technology?

Digital Health and Wellness

DEFINITION: The elements of physical and psychological well-being related to digital technology use (Ribble & Bailey, p.31)

For the purposes of our presentation digital technology will include: computers, cell phones, gaming consoles, and iPods/MP3 players.

Health and Wellness Problems Caused by

ComputersAreas of Focus

1. Computer Monitor2. Positioning3. Use of Peripheral Equipment4. Frequent Usage5. Laptop Use and Transportation

Computer MonitorsComplications Caused By Improper

UseEye StrainDouble VisionHeadachesBurning/Dry EyesEye FatigueLight SensitivityAfter Images

Solutions to Complications• Use an anti-glare LCD display • Use a high quality monitor • Place computer directly in front of you just

below your straight-ahead gaze • Take an eye break every 15 minutes • If your eyes feel dry, blink frequently or

use tear- substitute drops • Consider a flat screen for greater flexibility• Set your monitor 20 inches or arm’s

length from you

Computer Monitors

Peripheral Equipment Complications Caused by the

Improper Use

Wrist Strain Tendonitis

Solutions to ComplicationsUse a keyboard/mouse tray systemChoose a system that is height

adjustableUse a keyboard that tiltsUse the mouse with the upper arms

relaxedKeep your arms as close to your body

as possibleKeep your wrist in a comfortable,

neutral position

Peripheral Equipment

Proper Wrist Placement

Passive or Active Movements and Positions

at WorkComplications Caused by Improper

Ergonomics

Back Pain

Neck PainShoulder Pain

Solutions to Complications • Take frequent breaks and change

positions frequently• Stretch before starting activities that

include motions that are repeated frequently or positions that you have to hold for extended periods of time

• Position equipment directly in front of you• Avoid bending the neck forward for long

periods of time

Passive or Active Movements and Positions

at Work

Frequent Computer UseComplications Caused by the

Improper Use

Generalized Muscle Pain

Frequent Computer UseSolutions to Complications

• Make sure your computer is on a stable work surface

• The work surface should be between 28 to 30 inches above the floor

• Use a comfortable chair to sit in • Make sure your chair has a lumbar support• Consider a chair with several ergonomic

features • Consider using a foot rest to relieve pressure

to the back of your legs and knees

Proper Chair with Lumbar Support

Laptops Complications from Improper Use

Skeletal or Muscular Discomfort

Superficial Skin

Burns

LaptopsSolutions to Complications

• Place your laptop in front of you on a desk when possible

• Use a separate keyboard and mouse when possible

• Avoid carrying a laptop plus components that weigh more than 10 pounds (consider a pull along laptop bag)

• If you set your laptop in your lap, make sure to use a cooling pad

Laptop Transportation

Improper

Proper

Using Cell Phones

Frequent Cell Phone Use

Complications Caused by Improper Use

Wrist Strain

Eye Fatigue

Numbness of Fingertips

Stiffness of Neck/wrists

Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity

Deafness and Migraines

Headaches

Arrhythmic Heartbeats

Thermal Effects

Cell PhonesSolutions to Complications

Avoid overuse of mobile phones. Limit time using mobile devices. Only use them for 15 minutes max at a time.

Take a break. Spread out use throughout the day. Rest those thumbs. Use a neutral grip. Keep your wrist straight. Switch hands. Share the work load between your hands. Rest your eyes. Staring at a small screen for long periods of time can

cause eye strain. Blink and look at something in the distance. Always make sure the phones are kept in the pockets of your trousers

or pants, away from the heart. Especially when using pace-makers• Avoid using vibration mode of the mobile phone. • If possible use hands-free or loudspeakers on your phone Use landlines more than mobile phones if possible

Deadly Cell Phone Danger

Texting or talking on the phone while driving causes accidents

everyday. 80% of crashes in 2006 were caused by distractions like cell phones. What’s the answer?

Don’t do it!

Silent Cell Phone Dangers

• Possible connections with brain cancer linked to excessive cell phone use due to radiofrequency (RF) energy transmitted by the cell phone antenna.

• No medical studies have proven a connection of cell phone use to brain cancer but medical professionals do warn that there is documented cause for concern.

Solutions• Use hands free phone.• Use a headset and carry the actual

phone away from the body.• Limit cell phone use.

Using Cell PhonesWellness Exercises for Cell Phone

Usage

Back stretch: Stretch your arms out in front of you and rotate your hands until your palms face away from each other. You can put both of the backs of your hands together or you can put your palms together, which ever is most comfortable. Then bend over at the upper back like you are diving off the diving board. Be sure and flex your head (chin to chest) at the same time!

Neck stretch: Sit comfortably in a chair or on the floor. Clasp your hands and bring both palms to the back of your head. Sitting with a tall spine, ground your hips firmly into your seat.From here begin to gently press your hands down toward your thighs, tucking your chin into your chest. As you press down, use the heels of your palms to pull your head away from your shoulders. This will intensify the stretch even more. Hold here for at least 30 seconds, and then slowly lift your head up and release your hands.

Shoulder stretch: Sit nice and tall in your chair. Bend you left elbow, bringing it behind your back, with your palm facing outward. Bring the back of your left hand up towards the middle of your upper back, as high up towards your neck as possible. Now repeat the same exercise on the right shoulder.

Arm and wrist stretch: Stand next to a desk or some other stable surface that is lower than your hips. Turn your hands around so your fingers are pointing towards your body and place them on the desk. Keep your back long, relax your shoulders away from your ears. Walk your feet back a little so you feel a nice stretch in the front of your wrists.

Using Cell PhonesWellness Exercises for Cell

Phone Usage

Using Game Consoles

Nintendo WiiPlayStatio

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Xbox 360

Complications From Improper Use

• Sores on palms • Acute tendonitis (inflammation of tendons)• RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury)• Cord Hazards• Burns from consoles• Backaches (Wii)• Sore shoulders (Wii) • Numbness in arms (Wii)• Collisions with people and objects (Wii)

Using Game Consoles

Using Game ConsolesSolutions to Complications

• Use towels if your hands get sweaty• Give your hands a break while playing for

long periods of time. • Use wireless controllers• Do not touch console after it has been

operating, especially near the vent. • Use safety straps • Be aware of surroundings, including

people and other objects • Take breaks every 15 minutes • Use ice on sore muscles• See a doctor about any injuries• If necessary wear a brace while playing

Stretches to Help with the Negative Effects of Using

Nintendo’s Wii

Shoulder Shrugs-

Pull shoulders toward ears and hold. Relax and

repeat.

Shoulder Stretch-

Pull arm across body with

opposing arm and hold. Relax and repeat with

other side.

Triceps Extension-Bend arm behind

back over the shoulder, push

with opposing arm, and hold. Relax

and repeat.

Side Lean-Extend arm over head, lean to the side, and hold.

Relax and repeat.

Using iPods and MP3 Players

Complications from Improper Use

Social Isolation

Hearing Damage

Headaches

RTI from Scrolling

Using iPods and MP3 PlayersSolutions to Complications

• Take a 5 minute break every hour to let ears recover• Turn it “down a notch” even small decrease can save

hearing• Buy device that has a sound limiter• Listen to the warning signs (buzzing or ringing in ear)• Use protective filters for in-ears head phones• Adjust volume so that you are able to hear the world

around you• Share music with others using exterior speakers.• Limit time in public and with friends spent with ear

phones in ears.• Hold iPod in one hand and navigate with the pointer

finger of the

Use the Tools & Share What You Have Learned About Digital Health and

Wellness

Summary and Extension

• In summary…

• How can you extend your learning into your life & your classroom, Media Center, & computer lab?

• Questions

CreditsComputer Health & Wellness-Kay Swanson &

Sandy LangstonCell Phone Health & Wellness-Patrice Toomer &

Kay SwansonGame Console Health & Wellness-Liz Hill

iPod/MP3 Player Health & Wellness-Liz HillSurvey-Patrice Toomer

Handout-Sandy LangstonBibliography-Kay Swanson

PowerPoint- Liz Hill

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