[In a recent discussion of Repetitive Stress Injuries on the TECHWR-L (Technical Writers) listserver on the Internet, Marilynne Smith posted a practical tip for exercising joints and muscles, thus avoiding repetitive stress injuries. We reprint it below, with Marilynne’s permission. -Eds.]
I use elastic bands for avoiding repetitive stress injuries. You can buy elastic bands made specifically for exercising. These bands provide a means for handy isometric exercises that relieve tension. They come in different sizes to meet your individual need.
I try to use them before the pain begins. They’re great for relaxing the neck and upper shoulders. The idea is to hold a band with both hands and pull it apart. It’s not difficult. You don’t have to be an athlete. They fit easily into a desk drawer or briefcase. They work.
Elastic bands help ease tension
By Marilynne Smith (m dot smith182 at genie dot geis dot com)I use elastic bands for avoiding repetitive stress injuries. You can buy elastic bands made specifically for exercising. These bands provide a means for handy isometric exercises that relieve tension. They come in different sizes to meet your individual need.
I try to use them before the pain begins. They’re great for relaxing the neck and upper shoulders. The idea is to hold a band with both hands and pull it apart. It’s not difficult. You don’t have to be an athlete. They fit easily into a desk drawer or briefcase. They work.