[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> Well, it's official, I am now an initiated computer programmer.
Congratulations!
> I know I should go to a doctor about this, but can't
> really afford that right now.
considering the possibility of permanent damage, and how that could
affect your livelihood - can you afford not to? (most metropolitan
areas have clinics that charge on a sliding scale, according to your
income.)
> I would appreciate any helpful suggestions anyone
> might have.
get a detailed understanding of exactly what is going on - which
pretty much requires a doctor visit - and maybe even a specialist. in
addition to following the physicians advice spend a few minutes every
day thinking very silly thoughts - based on that solid understanding
of what the damage is and how it needs to heal - about how your body
is _properly healing_.
do not stay in one position for very long - squirm, stand up,
stretch, walk around for a couple of minutes, etc. (a major part of
the problem of repetitive motion is that the repetitions are done
consecutively.)
the keyboard should be about the same height, or a bit lower, as
your elbows - you might consider a lapboard to put it on.
good luck!
cheers,
christopher
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Christopher Gwyn
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