In a piece of electronic equipment the size of the palm of our hand, we now have the ability to make phone calls, take pictures and videos, access calendars and address books, check email, surf the web, perform office tasks and develop business documents with mobile versions of word processors and spreadsheets, locate areas of interest and avoid traffic jams with GPS, play games, and entertain ourselves with music and video downloads.
The following ergonomic and safety tips will keep you healthy and pain-free when using your handheld device.
?BlackBerry Thumb?
Text-messaging and miniature or keyboard functions can take their toll on the thumbs. ?BlackBerry Thumb? is a commonly used term to describe a painful and debilitating tendonitis of the thumb tendons caused by repetitive use.
- Limit your typing time to no more than 10-15 minute sessions.
- Stretch often.
- Turn your palms up.
- Open the thumbs wide as if you are hitch-hiking.
- Using your other hand, gently push the thumb back until you feel a nice stretch.
- Use a portable keyboard attachment when possible.
- If using a stylus, use one with a larger grip handle.
- Support your arms on pillows while typing.
- Hold a pencil and use the eraser to push the keys to give your thumbs a break.
- If your thumbs feel sore, use cold packs after typing. Take a break from using your thumb keyboard. Seek medical attention if the pain does not go away.
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Source: http://handtherapy.wordpress.com/2013/06/10/smartphone-ergonomics/
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