Halloween is coming, along with the chills and thrills of being scared! What do you find scary? For me as a freelance writer, the idea of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and long term injury in my wrists is a scary thought indeed. But there are simple changes to our habits that can relieve pain and decrease [...]
What is RSI? RSI is a repetitive stress injury and is exactly what it sounds like: an injury caused by repetitive, straining motions or movements. Many musicians and even typists suffer from RSI, and most commonly carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) found in the wrists. There are several warning signs of RSI, including muscle weakness, tingling, swelling, numbness, [...]
It’s not uncommon to experience wrist pain from long periods of typing. In fact, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is quite common for typists, especially when they unintentionally practice poor typing habits. Whether you’re looking to avoid wrist pain or to alleviate it, here are some tips for wrist pain. Fast Relief from Pain Use a wrist [...]
Everyone wants to get more out of their day, but it takes a plan and discipline to make it happen. Don’t lose hours of work to distractions. Try these very practical tips to reduce distractions and improve your productivity. Fix your posture. Do you know how much energy is wasted through poor posture? A neutral [...]
Driving a Different Car If you’ve ever driven someone else’s car, you know how awkward it can be. You have to adjust the seat for your own height, make sure you can see with the mirrors, figure out where the horn is, as well as where the wipers are. Is there a cruise control- how [...]
What is RSI? Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) are damaged muscles and nerves caused by repetitive, straining motion. In an office setting, the most common form of RSI is carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) in the wrists often associated with typing and poor posture. Warning signs of developing RSI include muscle weakness, tingling, swelling, numbness, and burning. [...]
Adjusting to a New Keyboard I posted recently about our laptops getting stolen. Such a bummer, especially since my husband is a PhD student and I work from home. We are both quite computer-dependent in our own ways and have felt more than a little hobbled without the comfortable feel of our own computers. The cool [...]
Tips for More Ergonomic Typing Between work and personal use at home, most of us spend a lot of time on our computers. As such, it’s important to practice good typing habits so you can stay healthy and pain-free. Position your keyboard and mouse correctly. For your keyboard, the best position is just below your elbows [...]
We all love our laptops, but they do have their downsides. While wonderfully compact and mobile, laptops are not ergonomically ideal, which takes a certain toll on your body. Problem #1: Sore neck, shoulders and back It’s typical to assume that sore muscles are part and parcel to working at a desk. That may be [...]
Have you ever considered the benefits of a left handed keyboard? Unless you are left handed, you probably didn’t realize that using a left handed keyboard is beneficial for anyone. Many right-handed users are now requesting left-handed keyboard for their office use. These specially designed keyboards provide better comfort and increased productivity for most any [...]
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