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Welcome to the ErgoGecko Knowledge Base. Browse our collection of articles about desk worker wellness, ergonomics, and productivity tips.

Lower back pain from sitting: what actually helps?

Lower back pain from sitting: what actually helps?

Learn why sitting causes lower back pain, understand the common mistakes that make it worse, and discover practical solutions that actually work to reduce discomfort and improve your workday comfort.

Back PainErgonomicsWellnessProductivity
Pain ReliefJanuary 27, 2026
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What's the best sitting position for long work sessions?

What's the best sitting position for long work sessions?

Learn the optimal sitting position for long work sessions, understand why static postures cause discomfort, and discover practical solutions that combine proper alignment with regular movement to prevent pain and maintain productivity.

Eye StrainBack PainNeck PainProductivityWellnessErgonomics
WellnessJanuary 26, 2026
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Why stretching alone doesn't fix desk pain

Why stretching alone doesn't fix desk pain

Learn why stretching provides temporary relief, but doesn't solve desk pain, understand the root causes of discomfort from prolonged sitting, and practical solutions that address the real problem.

Neck PainBack PainErgonomicsWellnessProductivity
Pain ReliefJanuary 25, 2026
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Forward head posture: symptoms and how to fix it

Forward head posture: symptoms and how to fix it

Learn what forward head posture is, why it causes neck pain and headaches, and discover practical solutions to relieve your pain and improve your posture.

Neck PainBack PainEye StrainErgonomicsWellnessProductivity
Pain ReliefJanuary 22, 2026
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Headaches from screen time: causes & fixes

Headaches from screen time: causes & fixes

Learn why screen time causes headaches, understand the connection between eye strain and tension headaches, and discover practical solutions to prevent and reduce headaches from computer work.

Eye StrainNeck PainProductivityWellnessErgonomics
Pain ReliefJanuary 19, 2026
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How useful are blue light glasses?

How useful are blue light glasses?

Learn whether blue light glasses actually work for reducing eye strain, understand the science behind blue light and screen use, and discover when they help versus when other solutions are more effective.

Eye StrainWellnessErgonomicsProductivity
WellnessJanuary 18, 2026
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Eye strain vs dry eyes: what's the difference?

Eye strain vs dry eyes: what's the difference?

Learn the difference between eye strain and dry eyes, why they often occur together during computer work, and practical solutions to address both conditions effectively.

Eye StrainWellnessErgonomicsProductivity
WellnessJanuary 14, 2026
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The 20-20-20 rule: does it actually work?

The 20-20-20 rule: does it actually work?

Discover whether the 20-20-20 rule actually works for preventing eye strain, learn the science behind it, and find practical ways to implement it consistently in your daily work routine.

Eye StrainProductivityWellnessErgonomics
WellnessJanuary 14, 2026
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How often should you rest your eyes at a computer?

How often should you rest your eyes at a computer?

Learn how often you should rest your eyes during computer work, why regular breaks prevent eye strain, and practical ways to build this essential habit into your daily routine.

Eye StrainNeck PainProductivityWellnessErgonomics
Eye HealthJanuary 11, 2026
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Eye Strain From Computer Screens: Causes and Simple Fixes

Eye Strain From Computer Screens: Causes and Simple Fixes

Learn why computer screens cause eye strain and discover simple, practical fixes to reduce discomfort and improve your screen time comfort, notably through the use of tools like ErgoGecko to remind you to take breaks and blink regularly.

Eye StrainProductivityErgonomicsWellness
Eye HealthJanuary 3, 2026
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