Extractions: As more and more work, education and recreation involves computers, everyone needs to be aware of the hazard of Repetitive Strain Injury to the hands and arms resulting from the use of computer keyboards and the mouse. This can be a serious and painful condition that is far easier to prevent than cure once contracted, and can occur even in young, physically fit individuals. It is not uncommon for people to have to leave computer-dependent careers as a result, or even to be permanently disabled and unable to perform tasks such as driving or dressing themselves. Highlights Safe Computing Tips User Friendly Work Station Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Thousands of repeated keystrokes and long periods of clutching and dragging with mouse slowly accumulates damage to the body. This can happen even more quickly as a result of typing technique and body positions that place unnecessary stress on the tendons and nerves in the hand, wrist, arms, and even the shoulders and neck. Lack of adequate rest and breaks, and using excessive force almost guarantees trouble. Prevention
Extractions: Proper adjustment of the workstation and good work practices are extremely important in injury prevention. Adjust the chair height to facilitate proper hand position on the keyboard and mouse to avoid awkward wrist positions that can lead to CTS or tendinitis. The chair height should be set so your hands are at the same height as the keyboard when your elbows are bent at a ninety-degree angle to the body. Chair heights that position the hands too high or too low place the wrist in a position that may cause injury after prolonged periods. All other adjustments, such as the monitor height and distance, should be made after adjustment of the chair. Work performed at VDTs can require individuals to maintain a fixed position for long periods. This places a strain on the body that causes fatigue. Take a short break once an hour when working continuously for more than two hours at a computer. Vary work activities when possible. Interspersing filing or other activities that require a non-seated position with computer work reduces muscle strain. Periodically refocus the eyes on distant objects or close them tightly for a few seconds to reduce eyestrain.
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Extractions: Home Printable Version of Entire Site About Us About Harvard RSI Action Contact Us Spread the word RSI Information What is RSI? Preventing RSI Minor RSI Problems Severe RSI problems ... The Mind/Body Approach Welcome to Harvard RSI Action RSI Action is a student group providing preventative education about RSI to the general public and to students at Harvard. It also provides advocacy and support for Harvard students with RSI. -Kevin Williams, Vice President, Harvard RSI Action
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