You may notice that your hands are usually cold due to poor circulation.  Mines were as I suffered through Wrist Pain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.  I leard from my hand therapist that I could wear gloves most of the time to warm up my hands and improve circulation. No need to any special RSI glove, any glove will do.

I use the Ironman Elite cycling gloves because of their thick padding.  They work well when I’m driving or biking.

You probably use a computer. RSI Warrior is a software package I have used to fight Wrist Pain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.  It brings up rest break reminders, stretches, ergonomics tips, and automatic mouse clicking. Try the Free Demo

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Wearing a big heavy watch?  I found that removing my watch helped with my RSI rehabilitation.  A big fat watch will just weigh down your arm and increase pressure when typing.

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I remember overhearing another patient’s problems, who was being treated next to me.  She brought in her handbag and the therapist suggested she lighten her TEN pound bag.

So if you are having RSI or carpal tunnel syndrome and carry around a big bag, lighten your load.  Carrying around a heavy bag will only exacerbate your problems.

I have found that vacation (or weekends) are the best time to heal from RSI or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.  Some tips:

1) Do not use the computer at ALL

2) Try to minimize carrying heavy items

3) Use rolling luggage or backpacks

4) Have someone else carry your items. Porters, Spouse, etc.

5) Keep doing your exercises on the road

6) Bring your night time splints on the trip

7) Try not to drive

It’s Not Carpal Tunnel Syndrome! RSI Theory & Therapy for Computer Professionals by Jack Bellis and Suparna Damany.

I was looking through a book store and came upon this book.  The title says it all.  Very small percentage of people actually have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, far more have Tendinitis or some other condition. The book is worth buying as it draws upon many user experiences.  It clearly goes over human anatomy, injury, diagnosis, various therapies, prevention, ergonomics, stretches, and lifestyle issues.

When you are dealing with such a debilitating condition, you should arm yourself with as much information as possible.