Shockingly, I spend a lot of hours of any given day at my computer. Even on days off, I just can’t seem to stay away.
But did you know that all of that typing can be detrimental to your health? Typing is one of those repetitive actions that can lead to chronic hand pain, and worse carpal tunnel syndrome.
The three basic tips, from About.com for better typing health are:
1) Don’t contort your hands. When reaching for shortcuts, use two hands if you cannot comfortably make the reach with one.
2) Keep wrists neutral.
3) Don’t rest your wrists on any surface (they should stay floating the entire time).
Another key is stretching. Stretch your hands, fingers and wrists several times a day to give them a little relief.
Very good post! Thanks. And, how about a heated ergonomic keyboard pad to place in front of the keyboard. The infrared heat is healing.
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