Adjusting the height of your work table may help relieve ________.

• A. wrist pain
• B. neck pain
• C. back pain
• D. eye strain

Answer: (A)

Setting the work surface at the right height helps keep your wrists in a neutral position. When the desk is at about elbow level (or slightly lower) your forearms are supported and your wrists stay straight while you type or use hand tools. That straight alignment reduces bending and twisting of the wrists, which lowers strain on the tendons and nerves and can relieve pain that comes from repetitive tasks. While changing table height can influence overall comfort, eye strain tends to come from screen distance and lighting, and neck or back pain are more about monitor height, chair setup, and overall posture. So the most direct relief from adjusting the height is calmer, less stressed wrists during work.