Driving and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – Ergonomic Driving, RSI
Posted by No Carpal Tunnel Blog
I have found that driving exacerbates my RSI or carpal tunnel syndrome. It is pretty logical as driving involves use of the hands. I have tried to minimize my driving by getting others to drive, walking, or taking public transportation. Try not standing and holding on while on the bus or subway as this will cause the same problems.
If you HAVE TO drive, drive as little as possible and follow some tips to minimize carpal tunnel syndrome:
1) I started using Ironman Elite cycling gloves because of their thick padding for cycling but found they worked well when I drove. Also newer Ironman Elite T.2 gloves also work. They make it easier to grip the steering wheel. I have also tried installing a big furry steering wheel padded cover.
2) If you drive a stick shift car, consider trading in for an automatic. We have heard of a guy selling his Porsche due to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Buy a vehicle with ‘lighter’ steering and test it before buying.
3) Try to hold the steering wheel in an ergonomic fashion. Hold the wheel at a “5 o’clock” and “7 o’clock” position, so that you can rest your arms on your legs and reduce the amount of grip needed.
4) Carry and ice packs in an ice cooler in the trunk, and use them during breaks in your driving or when needed.
Also consider doing Icing for your carpal tunnel syndrome
This site has additional tips on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or wrist pain.
Related posts:
- Gloves for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or Wrist Pain
- Cyclist’s palsy or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Bicycling – Ironman Elite Gloves, Stem Riser
- Ergonomic Pens for Wrist Pain – Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Wrist Pain – Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment – Icing
- Road to recovery from Carpal Tunnel, Hand Pain, RSI
Filed under: Carpal Tunnel Pain, Ergonomic, Lifestyle Tips | Tags: Automobile, Car, carpal tunnel syndrome, Driving, Gloves, Public Transportation
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June 27th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
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September 2nd, 2010 at 1:37 pm
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