Ergonomics Site
	Marji Hajic BellaOnline's Ergonomics Editor

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - A Peripheral Neuropathy
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is what is known as a "peripheral neuropathy". Peripheral neuropathy is felt in the extremities, including the hands. Do you experience neuropathy?

Computer Related Injuries
Many people who work at a computer all day worry about getting Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The truth of the matter is that Carpal Tunnel is one of a number of conditions belonging to a category called Repetitive Strain Injuries. Repetitive Strain Injuries are a category of Cumulative Trauma Disorders

Computer Wrist Pain
Recent research has determined that carpal tunnel syndrome is not caused by long hours at the keyboard. However, wrist pain in computer users persists.

Medical Conditions
This section deals with computer related injury and illness from a medical perspective.

Pain As Warning Sign
Pain can serve as communication to you about what is happening in your body. This article discusses how awkward work postures can cause pain and why there is still hope!

The Benefits of Pain - An RSI Perspective
Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensory & emotional experience associated with actual or portential tissue damage. Although often connected with negative feelings, the experience of pain has important functions. With thought and deliberation, RSI sufferers can use pain signals to improve pain.

The Effect of Smoking on Repetitive Strain Injuries
Smoking is a difficult but important issue to address with those who suffer from repetitive strain injuries. Nicotine has an impact on healing - compromising circulation and blood flow. This article describes the effect of nicotine on the body and the impact it has injury recovery.

Use of Heat & Cold to Relieve Repetitive Strain Pain
FAQ - Do I use heat or cold to relieve pain from carpal tunnel syndrome (tendinitis, tennis elbow, other repetitive strain injury)? Both heat and cold offer benefit for relieving the pain associated with repetitive strain. Here are some guidelines to help you choose which will work for you.