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A selection of WHIG's resources on RSI at work, the effects it can have on your health and how to deal with it.
Aching arms in Small Businesses submitted by CatH — last modified 2006-02-21 15:53
This leaflet is designed to help employers in small businesses to understand RSI. It contains information on good practice which is not compulsary but may be found helpful in considering what to do.
comparison of voice recognition software submitted by Simon Pickvance — last modified 2006-02-21 15:53
Comparison of voice recognition software by dyslexic.com
Cubital tunnel syndrome leaflet submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2006-02-21 15:53
Leaflet for patients explaining what cubital tunnel syndrome
Maltron Ergonomic Keyboard submitted by WHIG Administrator — last modified 2007-06-07 10:52
Ergonomic keyboard range that enables Repetitive Strain Injury - RSI - and Work Related Upper Limb Disorder - WRULDS - sufferers and people with special needs to use computers without strain, injury or Keyboard Related Pain - KRP.
Recovery from RSI submitted by Simon Pickvance — last modified 2006-02-21 15:53
Summary of recovery steps from an RSI from the RSI Association
tenosynovitis submitted by Simon Pickvance — last modified 2006-02-21 15:53
Leaflet on tenosynovitis produced by the RSI Association
The Importance of Ergonomic Input Devices in the Workplace submitted by khindmarch — last modified 2008-06-03 11:45
This paper examines the incidence of musculoskeletal problems and the cost benefits of ergonomic devices. It includes 10 steps to a healthier, more productive workplace.
Voice recogntion software submitted by Simon Pickvance — last modified 2006-02-21 15:53
Introduction to voice recognition software from Abilitynet
voicepower submitted by Sonja de Wit Brown — last modified 2006-03-14 11:06
 
WorkPace relieves pain caused by using computers submitted by Gary Levy — last modified 2005-09-30 05:02
Enable Business provides the innovative WorkPace software that addresses the issues caused by the un-natural act of using a computer. There is a free trial and the software is only £29. WorkPace continuously monitors your needs and provides tailored breaks and exercises to suit you and your computer use at the time. It provides micropauses, break warnings and exercises to successfully maintain your health.
WorkPace® - software to help prevent the pains and injuries which can result from using a computer submitted by jkaton — last modified 2005-09-30 04:59
WorkPace® is a software programme developed to help prevent, and aid recovery from, Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS) and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. By combining micropauses, rest breaks and exercises, WorkPace® helps you to maintain an even work rate, take regular breaks before fatigue occurs, and prompts you to do stretches and exercises to rejuvenate your muscles.

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