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Re: FAQ: Typing Injuries (1/3): General Info [mon

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From: Al Selvin
Date: Tue, 08 Sep 1992 17:23
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>> keys.  Wrist pads are bad.  Very bad.  Your wrists shouldn't be resting on
>> anything.  Instead, you're arranging your body so your shoulders bear
>> the weight of your arms.

I completely disagree with this. It is a gross generalization. For many people
wrist rests have made all the difference in terms of being able to work
without strain or damage. I  think this assertion should be stricken from the FAQ;
it might scare off some people who could be helped by a very simple and
inexpensive intervention (Wristsaver rests cost about $18).
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Subject: Re: FAQ: Typing Injuries (1/3): General Info [mon
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