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on 8/8/2006 A supportive brace can weaken the muscles surrounding the wrist and add to the problem.
on 6/30/2006 I invested in a tablet PC with handwriting recognition. It was expensive, but well worth it as no problems since.
on 11/22/2005 I use the same desk for my home office as I used for homework in school. Now it is full of computer stuff, which steals space I need to mouse comfortably. Recently I bought a large piece of laminated particle board and gave my desk 10" in each direction.
on 11/22/2005 As a freelancer, I can't always control my work environment, as I have multiple clients and use many desk setups. But I always remember to bring two short ACE wrist wraps. I make sure they are snug (but not tight) and start just below my thumb knuckles.
on 11/22/2005 Carpal tunnel syndrome can easily be prevented by going outside, getting off the computer, and doing active things that don't use the wrists. It worked for me!
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