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Posture and carpal tunnel syndrome

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By Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH

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Some body positions put less strain on your body and are more comfortable to work in, especially over long periods of time.

  • For activities such as typing and knitting, keep your forearms parallel to the floor or slightly lowered.
  • Keep your shoulders relaxed and not raised.
  • Your wrists and hands should be in line with your arms; your wrists should not be twisted or bent for long periods of time.
  • Position your work at waist height or slightly lower if you have to exert force.
  • Organize your work so that you can change your position occasionally while maintaining a comfortable posture.

Credits

Author Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH
Editor Kathleen M. Ariss, MS
Associate Editor Pat Truman, MATC
Primary Medical Reviewer William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Patrick J. McMahon, MD - Orthopedics
Specialist Medical Reviewer David Pichora, MD, FRCSC - Orthopedic Surgery
Last Updated October 29, 2008
Last Updated: 10/29/2008