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Ergonomic Exercises

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safetyman

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I'm about to introduce exercises to reduce carpal tunnel injuries on our assembly line. I have a series of exercises from Health Pages, "Stop Carpal Tunnel Syndrome" 1998, downloaded from webmd.com, article 1680.50852.
Are there other effective hand/wrist exercises out there? Any proven effective exercises, with baseline studies?
 
There aren't any studies I have seen that show a decrease in carpal tunnel/wrist injuries due to a stretch regiment.

Several studies have shown that stretch micro-breaks are effective in reducing subjective discomfort though.

Jason Griffith
Professional Engineer
Certified Professional Ergonomist
 
I think semi automated assembly would be a right answer.
I can help you.
 
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