Be Sure It’s Really Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
A few weeks ago, I wrote about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome diagnosis (or perhaps mis-diagnosis), discussing another blogger’s frustration with his doctor.
Dr. Eben Davis (of Dr Davis’ Back & Wrist Pain Blog) has expanded on this topic. In Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Maybe…Maybe Not, Dr. Davis writes:
It’s very common for patients with arm or hand pain [...]
RSI on the Rise in UK
According to an article in Exeter, England’s “Express & Echo” newspaper:
Physiotherapists are urging employers to protect staff from Repetitive Strain Injury after discovering some 27,000 workers in the South West are suffering from the disorder.The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy says there is now more RSI across the country than ever before.
An estimated 3.5 million working [...]
International RSI Awareness Day 2008
February 29, 2008 is International RSI Awareness Day, a day set aside to highlight the workplace hazards and conditions that can cause Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI). The first RSI Awareness Day was February 29, 2000, because it was the only non-repetitive day of the year. In non-leap years, it is observed on February 28.
International RSI [...]
Is It Really Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
In A most useless doctor visit, community college biology instructor “Radagast” relates a visit to his local doctor in response to increasing wrist pain. The doctor made a quick diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome after a short interview and no diagnostic tests:
After a nearly useless conversation, he briskly asked me if I had any [...]
Pro:Motion Motorized Ergonomic Keyboard
According to an article at NorthJersey.com, a New Jersey company called Smartfish Technologies has designed a unique product that claims to be the world’s first computer keyboard that won’t cause wrist injuries.
All keyboards on the market, including ergonomic keyboards, have a warning label on the bottom that says “Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result [...]
DeQuervain’s Tendonitis
Several years back, Jay Allen blogged about his experiences with DeQuervain’s Tendonitis, and a good discussion sprang up in the blog’s comments — people sharing their own experiences with similar problems. Lots of solid info there.
RSI Action Interview
The Cambridge Evening News has an interview with Steve Fisher, the chairman of RSI Action, a national RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) charity based in the United Kingdom. RSI Action aims to improve the prevention and relief of sickness, hardship and distress amongst those suffering within the UK from Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) conditions.
Mr. Fisher [...]
Hand Gyroscopes for RSI?
In Powerballs – Exercise wonder or addictive toy?, Jeff Schwartz writes about using a hand gyroscope called a Powerball for arm exercises.
A Powerball is a gyroscopic exercise device produced by RPM Sports. It is a “finely engineered and precision crafted gyro consisting of a rapidly spinning rotor enclosed in a solid [hand held] outer sphere. [...]
New Guidelines for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Diagnosis
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons has adopted a new clinical practice guideline for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). CTS is among the most common disorders of the upper extremity, with a high disease burden and significant impact on a patient’s quality of life. Further, if the condition is diagnosed early, progression to [...]
The Terror Known as RSI
Ivan at FreelanceSwitch, a community web site for freelancers, has posted an article entitled “The Terror Known as RSI“:
I can tell your future! Are you holding a mouse while slouching in your nice office chair? Maybe you’re a coder. Resting our hands on the keyboard wrist pad, are we? Guess what, you’re going to be [...]
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