In the office, event he littlest things, like pens, can cause repetitive
strain injury, or RSI. Gripping a small barreled pen tightly can
produce stress to your hand muscles, thus causing RSI later on down
the road. The following are some tips to consider if you are constantly
using a pen or pencil in the office:
· Use pens with an easier, fatter grip to help alleviate
the need to pinch tightly around the pen.
· Pens that are rounded in shape help prevent pressure
and strain to joints.
· Use pens that are lightweight. Some pens are specially
made to require minimum pressure when writing, and can also be
filled with lead pellets or sand so you won’t have to provide
the pressure yourself.
· Use ergonomically correct highlighters. They are available
in many different styles, so choose one that has a rubber grip,
and larger barrel for easier handling.
· You can also find markers that are ergonomically correct
which enable you to mark at all angles without much wrist movement.
· There are pens that are specially made to fit the contour
of the hand, with two prongs for the handle to slip your index
finger through, to help alleviate the stress on your hand.
· If you have a smaller barreled pen, use foam finger
guards to help reduce a tight grip on the pen.
· If you are writing for a long period of time, make sure
you stretch your fingers every 20-30 minutes.
· Gel ink pens require less pressure than ball point pens,
using them can help reduce the strain on your hand from too much
pressure when writing.
There are many ways to help alleviate strain and pressure on your
hands while writing with pens in the office. The right precautions
can help save you from future pain associated with RSI.
