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The hand is held balanced above the computer mouse leaving the wrist resting on the surface and at the same time as the hand is raised at an angle, it is being moved in all directions bent at the wrist Those who hold onto the computer mouse with a tight grip or press hard on the button are forcing the fingers to work under added pressure But using the mouse to excess is the most damaging to the wrist Typing, the fingers are held in a stretched state with continuous movement of the fingers and at the wrist causing inflammation of the tendons at the wrist At the same time the fingers are held in a stretched state in a tightened condition Twisting of wrist when consistently turning screwdrivers fast may cause damage Pain and inflammation are usually brought about from repetitive use of the forearm, fingers and wrist tendons and muscles Unless the entire structure is given proper care and attention the deterioration may produce weakening throughout other sections of the arm Specialised Massage Treatment of muscles and tendons may achieve positive results towards lessening pain and inflammation Aggravation of the muscles may be minimised by purchasing a computer mouse larger and smaller than the one in use and changing them on a regular basis so that the muscles are being used under varied pressure Changing the position of the mouse by using a shelf to lower or raise the angle of the mouse may ease inflammation Typing with another computer using different styles of keys may help ease pain Another option is to place the computer onto a shelf to raise the height and angle of typing Sitting on a lower chair adjusting the height may change the angle of typing When packing items use of thick gloves may change the grip enough to ease pain Grabbing the items sideways instead of lengthways may help with inflammation Alternate hourly or daily between gripping smaller and larger items
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Š 2011