11 Posture Fixes for the Indian Work-From-Home Generation

3. Keep keyboard and mouse close, elbows at 90°

Typing with elbows too wide or too high makes your shoulders tired and pushes you into a hunched shape. Your forearms should be roughly parallel to the floor, with elbows close to the body and bent near 90 degrees. If you’re using a laptop on a raised surface, pair it with an external keyboard placed where your elbows are comfortable. Use a compact keyboard if your desk is narrow. Keep the mouse next to the keyboard and use a soft mouse pad to avoid wrist strain. For cramped surfaces, slide the chair forward so your elbows are supported by the chair arms at the right height. These small adjustments reduce shoulder rounding and help maintain a neutral spine during long typing sessions.