5 Desk Setup Hacks That Actually Reduce Back Pain

Published: March 06, 2026

Spent 8+ hours at a desk? Try these lesser-known ergonomic tweaks: 1) Raise your monitor so top line is eye-level 2) Use a footrest if feet don't touch floor 3) Keep keyboard directly in front, not off to side 4) Adjust chair height so elbows are at 90° 5) Take 2-min stretch breaks every hour—set a timer. Small changes = big difference for your spine.