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April 16th, 2008

Ergonomics week continues: 4 types of RSIs

There are a few repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) we hear about regularly, the two most common are tennis elbow and carpal tunnel syndrome. But, there are others. Here is a list of 4 others:
de Quervain’s tenosynovitis: a condition that causes pain between the wrist and the forearm, on the inside of the wrist just above […]

By Marijke Durning, RN -- 0 comments

April 13th, 2008

Ergonomics: crafts and hobbies

Do you have a passion? A hobby or sport that you just love to do? Whether you golf or knit, play tennis or quilt, a hobby can cause repetitive stress injuries (RSIs) just as different types of work can.
In fact, some may put you at a higher risk of developing a muscle, tendon, or ligament […]

By Marijke Durning, RN -- 0 comments