The Pen Again is a low cost ergonomic pen that I tried out at a store this weekend. It feels pretty good in the hand. Wrist Pain – Carpal Tunnel Syndrome makes it hard to write with a regular pen.

The key is to make an ergonomic pen so the grip point is large.  I have taken a regular pen and put some rubber insulation around it to make it much fatter and hence easier to grip and more ergonomic.

photo credit: Okko Pyykkö

I have read many sites and books that suggest that taking vitamin supplements may help RSIs such has carpal tunnel syndrome.  I took a B complex as I was recovering and cannot say that did much but the placebo effect works well. As long as your doctor says it is ok, why not ensure you are getting enough vitamins.

NIH does mention that “some studies show that vitamin B⁶ (pyridoxine) supplements may ease the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome”

There are many RSI support groups around the nation. I have attended the San Francisco RSI Support group and found it helpful. They have monthly sessions with knowledgeable speakers.

It is always great to learn new things, share tips with others, and realize that you are not alone in your recovery.

RSI Warrior is a software package I have used to fight RSI.  It brings up rest break reminders, stretches, ergonomics tips, and automatic mouse clicking. Try the Free Demo

AutoMouseClicker will automatically click the mouse for you, you can set it to click only after you move the mouse and to wait a certain amount of time.  This helps lessen the strain on your injuries from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The less clicking the better. Best of all, it is free. Fight wrist pain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome by using this Automatic mouse clicker.

RSI Warrior is a software package I have used to fight RSI.  It brings up rest break reminders, stretches, ergonomics tips, and automatic mouse clicking. Try the Free Demo

Of course, the best bet is to try to minimize use of your computer! That works the best.