RSI


	RSI's (Repetitive Strain Injuries) are common among people who type a lot, and stress and poor workplace ergonomics exacerbate the problem. We both got serious RSI's while working for a magazine. After several years and a lot of neuromuscular and Alexander therapy, we're both mostly better.

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		general, medical, legal, ergonomic equipment, speech recognition, books

Symptoms:

Sharp, shooting, burning, or vague aching pain in the hands, wrists, fingers, arms, or neck

Tightness, discomfort, stiffness, hypersensitivity and/or tingling in the hands, wrists, fingers, arms, or neck

Coldness or numbness in the hands or fingers

Clumsiness or loss of strength and coordination in the hands

Pain in the arms or hands that wakes you up at night

Feeling a need to massage your hands, wrists or arms