Welcome back to Ronnie's Awesome List podcast. As an adult you may have experienced aches, eye strains, slumping posture and discomfort when sitting for long periods of time in front of a computer. But children’s bodies are developing and we're in the midst of of a pandemic. So I wondered how a full time virtual learning environment impacts growing bodies. Kids are not “mini adults” and are impacted in different ways from the  prolonged time being in a full time virtual education. Young children do not have the cognitive abilities to recognize and avoid certain risks to their bodies.  How can a parent or caregiver recognize these hazards in advance and better help them face these new and unique challenges when technologies is a bigger daily need?

I am very excited to bring my talk with Smita Marfatia, President of Ergophysio, registered PT and Ergonomic Specialist. Smita has been helping individuals perform their tasks online without injuring themselves. She also provides Ergonomic Services to resolve risk factors and help in healing. 

Here are some notes from our talk:

On Amazon Website: 

• SitRite Children Chair for Kids Desk Height Control Student Study Adjustable Seat

• Mecor Kids Desk and Chair Set Height Adjustable,Children Student Sturdy Table w/Book Shelf/Sliding Drawer Storage and Three-Color Adjustable Bulb

Other Ergonomic websites:

• www.askergoworks.com 

• www.officechairusa.com

• www.Ergoexpert.com

• www.officerelief.com 

Laptop risers, footrest, compact keyboard and mouse can be procured from Staples, Office Depot, Walgreen, Best Buy, Amazon.

For more information about ergonomics for children, teens and adults, email smitamarfatia@gmail.com.