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The body is an
amazing instrument. From the time you're born to your
teens, your body actually improves itself year after
year. You are on a continual cycle of renewal and
renovation - but not forever. Soon, what used to make
you a little sore can cause excruciating pain. No
longer can you find a comfortable position on a computer
workstation you've been at for years. If the pattern
of poor ergonomics continues unchecked, you may soon
develop an overuse injury. Commonly referred to as
Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) or Musculoskeletal
Disorders (MSD's), these injuries can become debilitating.
Here are some articles that may save your body.
Musculoskeletal
Disorders: Anatomy of an Injury.
Welcome to the
world of computer generated injuries. Here we have
a brief description of the anatomy behind many of
the injuries that can occur to the nerves, muscles,
tendons and joints. The list includes; carpal tunnel
syndrome, tendinitis, muscle trigger points, and many
more.
Eye
Strain
Is
there really such a thing as "computer vision
syndrome"? This section provides some answers.
Preventing
Visual Discomfort
Visual
discomfort is one of the most frequently cited complaints
of computer workers. Find out how to save your eyes
from pain and strain.
Preventing
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Your
work, your tools, and your habits can make or break
your body. Here are some general tips on avoiding
injuries.
Preventing
Injuries at Computer Workstations
Awkward
postures, high repetition and excessive force are
the banes of the computer world. Discover some antidotes
in this article.
RSI:
What is Good Treatment?
The term RSI encompasses many different injuries with the common denominator being overuse. The following is a sequence of the evaluation a typical RSI patient should receive.
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