Carpal Tunnel

Repetitive hand movements can lead to the inflammation of ligaments and tendons, causing them to press on the median nerve in your wrist. This is also known as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Symptoms of this include:

• Numbness or tingling in your hands and fingers

• Pain in your wrist, palm or forearm

• More numbness or pain at night. The pain may be so bad it wakes you up. Shake or rub your hand to get relief.

• More pain as you use your hand or write

• Trouble gripping objects

• Weakness in your thumb

Carpal Tunnel can be treated. Aspirin or ibuprofen can help ease the discomfort. Other tips for relieving the discomfort include:

• Prop up your arm with pillows when you lie down.

• Avoid using your hand too much

• Try to use the other hand more often

• Avoid bending your wrists down for long periods

Prevention of Carpal Tunnel:

• Lose weight if you are overweight

• Cut down on alcohol use and smoking

• Don't work with your arms too close or too far from your body

• Hold objects instead of pinching them

• Don't sit or stand in the same position all day

• Take regular breaks from repeated hand movements

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Additional Resources

National Institute of Health
Mayo Clinic

TypeSmart Ergonomic Principles

Ergonomic Guidelines for arranging a computer workstation

ErgoBlog - Is your typing style causing you pain?

USA Today.com - Ergonomic keyboards ease strain when typing

CNET - Pain-free typing tips

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