I find rest and forearm stretches help. The best stretch I've found is to push the hands against each other (flat, open palms against each other), either in fro

I find rest and forearm stretches help. The best stretch I've found is to push the hands against each other (flat, open palms against each other), either in front of or behind you. Disclaimer: talk to your doctor first. Never continue working with when you have the slightest pain in your wrists/hands, that's the fastest way to an RSI. I would say you need to rest/stretch until it goes away. Desk/chair ergonomics are important. Find what works for you, but generally never use a laptop on its own for more than you have to. Separated screen and keyboard are important.