Computer Tools – Handheld Mouse – One Finger Mouse, USB, (be sure to order the 2 handle model for plane trips. You can use the top handle to strap the support to the carry-on Adjustable Lumbar Support This is very important if you do any data input. There are document holders that stand to the side of the computer. There are others that sit in front of your computer. Keyboard trays If you are resting your forearms on the desk and the edge is cutting into your arm a Soft/Flexible Edge Protector can help. Hand Lab Products
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This closes the chain, distributes strain across the neck and shoulders. (Uneven strain increases risks for computer pain syndrome.) I highly recommend this mouse
can be very helpful. The better ones have a negative tilt, tilts down to prevent upward tilt of the wrist.
lap desk
When using a lap desk you should always use a wrist rest.
TIP:you usually need 2 wrist rests to achieve the correct height. Place a gel wrist rest on top of a firm wrist rest
This positions the wrist in a straight line with the forearm. The fingers dangle down slightly when typing.
Keyboard on the desk
This unique thumb brace is comfortable, allows full use of the hand and eases most thumb pain.
There are many wrist braces available. This is one of the best because it was designed by the people at Hand Lab.
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  Neck Contour   large size for low back Click on pictures for link |
A soft gel “colpac” by Chattanooga is a great item to have in your freezer. They come in a variety of sizes and are very durable. Amazon. has a good selection. Or search for “Colpac” |
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ElastoGel Wraps are not as cold as the colpacks. This specially designed pack works well for the wrist.  At Amazon |
Amazon has a good selection of ElastoGel products (remember ice at the elbow may relieve wrist pain if the pain is caused by tennis elbow. ) |
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This provides a bit more coverage for the neck but may be a bit heavy. |
This long thin gel pack is easy to wrap the neck, wrist, elbow, knee or ankle. This can be worn around the neck like a cervical (neck) collar |
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ElastoGel Wrap – Lumbar |
specific for the low back. At Amazon |
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