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RSI from typing is typically caused by excessive wrist extension, though wrist pronation, ulnar deviation, etc. can also be bad. As can any other un-neutral bod
by jacobolus 8y ago
RSI from typing is typically caused by excessive wrist extension, though wrist pronation, ulnar deviation, etc. can also be bad. As can any other un-neutral body position held for a long time while working.
The way to prevent it is to type with a posture such that all of the joints of the arm/hand (not to mention neck, shoulders, etc.) are in a neutral position with as little static load as possible.
This can be accomplished more or less on a standard keyboard, but is much easier with a keyboard that has a split halves, tented. It is also helpful to type with a light, bouncy style, which can be helped by careful choice of keyswitches.
- dkersten 8y agoThanks, some good info. > It is also helpful to type with a light, bouncy style, which can be helped by careful choice of keyswitches. I use Cherry MX Brown and have a very light touch when typing now. I cringe anytime I see people hammer keyboards.