What are “repetitive stress injuries?” (RSI) Types of injuries What body parts are harmed...

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What are “repetitive stress injuries?” (RSI)

Types of injuries What body parts are harmed most? Solutions to RSI

Injury to any part of the body after repetitive use (generally same task) without relaxation

No time is given to recover from the stress

Too much time at a computer proposes several health issues including RSI

Eyes [Eye Strain/Dry Eyes] Wrists [Carpal Tunnel Syndrome] Wrists Back/Shoulder Pain [Muscle

Tension/Strains]

Purchase ergonomic office furniture Position mouse pad to allow the wrist to

move freely and naturally Use cushions to stop the wrist from

flexing and allow it to rest when typing Use keyboards that are sensitive to

touch and don’t require key striking

Give the eyes time to rest when doing extensive amounts of work

Use large and high pixel screens Stay in shape, keep muscles strong to

avoid stress and tension Use voice activated software Know when enough is enough- listen to

your body!

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