[anonymouskimmer]

They technically have the option of a chording keyboard/mouse and a wearable computer. Or at the very least a standing desk (or even a treadmill desk). Along with special glasses or monitor filters.

How does a plumber avoid kneeling?

[WaitWaitWha]

> How does a plumber avoid kneeling?

They technically have the option of reducing weight, exercise, proper shoes, knee braces and knee pads, kneeling pads, and such.

What I am suggesting is that both (all?) jobs have their own health related demons.

[pc86]

Yes in the way that someone with a multi-million dollar trust fund who wants to buy a nicer car or bigger house and someone working for minimum wage both have money problems.

Especially when working from home any health-related dangers around software development can be all but completely eliminated. This isn't even remotely comparable to any of the health or occupational risks in the trades.