Ergonomics for Kids | Tips from HSS Pediatric Orthopedic Experts

As your child heads back to school, make sure that their homework or remote learning station is set up for success. Join Jon Cinkay (physical therapist and ergonomics specialist) and Lauren Menino (pediatric occupational therapist) to learn how to incorporate easy changes to prevent future aches, pains and injuries for your child. For more information on musculoskeletal health, please visit us at https://www.hss.edu/community-educati...

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
1:24 - What is ergonomics?
2:39 - Adjustments for students working at a table or desk
6:33 - Adjustments while working from bed or the couch
9:20 - Child size table and chair set up
11:45 - Movement break activities
13:20 - Kid friendly seated stretches
14:50 - Kid friendly standing stretches
16:14 - Kid friendly alternative workstation ideas for good posture
17:17 - What to do if you child experiences aches and pains
22:14 - Standing desks vs sitting desks
25:03 - Yoga balls vs desk chair
26:25 - Posture, tech neck and positioning your device
27:37 - Finding neutral spine position
29:27 - Adjustable ergonomic tables for kids