Supporting your forearms .................................................................................................. 21
Using a palm rest ............................................................................................................... 22
Papers and books .............................................................................................................................. 23
Minimizing your reach ........................................................................................................ 23
Using a document holder ................................................................................................... 23
Phone ................................................................................................................................................. 24
Using a notebook computer ............................................................................................................... 26
On the road ........................................................................................................................ 26
Seeking comfort ................................................................................................................. 27
Being inventive .................................................................................................................. 27
Transporting the computer ................................................................................................. 27
Typing style ........................................................................................................................................ 28
Pointing style ...................................................................................................................................... 30
Clean frequently ................................................................................................................. 31
Take breaks ....................................................................................................................... 33
Vary your tasks .................................................................................................................. 33
Reduce sources of stress .................................................................................................. 33
Breathe deeply ................................................................................................................... 33
From the ground up ............................................................................................................................ 36
From the top down ............................................................................................................................. 37
Seated position ................................................................................................................................... 38
Eyes ................................................................................................................................................... 40
Typing style ........................................................................................................................................ 41
Keyboard and pointing device ............................................................................................................ 42
Monitor ............................................................................................................................................... 43
Notebook computer ............................................................................................................................ 44
General prevention ............................................................................................................................. 45
Installation requirements .................................................................................................................... 48
Damage requiring service .................................................................................................. 49
Servicing ............................................................................................................................ 49
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