Comfortable TypingResearch suggests that physical discomfort and injury to nerves, tendons, and muscles may berelated to repetitive motion, an improperly set up work area, incorrect body posture, and poorwork habits.To reduce the risk of injury, follow these precautions:→ Stand, stretch, and move around several times every hour.→ Every once in a while, work on a different task with your hands. Avoid repetitious motions.Use shortcut keys to move efficiently and avoid repetitive, awkward movements.→ Type gently and lightly.→ Relax your shoulders and keep your elbows at your sides. Adjust the keyboard so that youdon’t have to stretch to reach it.→ Adjust your position so that you don’t have to bend your wrists to type; avoid placing yourwrists on a sharp edge.If you feel discomfort or numbness in your hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, or back whiletyping, consult with a qualified medical professional.11