Friday, August 26

Quick Share ~ 3 Important Things About RSI


So you may be asking why I am sharing a random post about Repetitive Strain Injury?  Well, there’s actually a really good reason for me to share this, and it’s really not that hard to guess.  Yup, I got me some good ol’ RSI.  I have found that a combination of intensive knitting and computer work is really doing a total number on my right wrist.  I think the major culprit in my case has been scrolling with my mouse wheel.  Just thinking about it now makes my wrist ache! 

I also thought that I might not be the only person out there suffering from this problem, so check out this post for some good tips on managing and preventing RSI.

The 3 Most Important Things Women {Anyone} Should Know About Repetitive Stress Injury


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…Crafting and typing jobs are two high-risk activities for developing Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI) also known as Repetitive Motion Injury (RMI).  As a Handmade Jewelry Designer and Small Business Owner, I participate in both of those activities practically all day long!…

xox,

bonita

2 comments:

  1. That's very good advice.  I do a lot of typing and mouse-work when I'm at the computer, so I'm just waiting for the moment when RSI finally strikes.  Hopefully I can keep it at bay with some of those tips.

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  2. I am just trying to manage my RSI - so I will be putting these tips into practice asap! I hope they are helpful for you Katie, : D

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