The average office worker will spend 1,700 hours this year<\/a> at their computer. While computers have undoubtedly improved the efficiency and speed of rote tasks, too much of a good thing can be quite a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Over time, constant typing and clicking can lead to Repetitive Strain Injury, a group of conditions that includes carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and more. These injuries can cause your hands to weaken, stiffen, or ache on a constant basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Changing a few habits now can save you a ton of pain in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Here are seven tips about keyboard ergonomics to keep you without any pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It may seem like purchasing a keyboard with built-in wrist rests is a good idea, especially if your keyboard is kept at a high angle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But these soft, cushiony rests often do more harm than good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ideally, your hands should be free to move around the keyboard. However, a wrist rest (technically for your palms) encourages typists to bear down, causing strain and forcing the hands into awkward typing positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A high angled keyboard is likely to bend the wrists back, resulting in the degradation of tendons in the long run and near-immediate soreness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Avoid Wrist Rests<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Angle The Keyboard and Mouse Downward<\/h2>\n\n\n\n