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PCs play a huge role in society these days, and this has caused a big increase in carpal tunnel syndrome.  PCs are just one cause of carpal tunnel syndrome, excessive gaming like that of the xbox can also be a cause of carpal tunnel.  Lucky for you there is a way to avoid it completely.

First,  pay attention to the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.  Only your doctor will be able to tall you if you suffer from this.  They will do a bunch of tests to see if you have it or not.  If you’re experiencing sever pain in your wrists or burning in the wrists this is a sign that something is wrong and you should seek out a doctor as soon as possible.  If you can not get an appointment right away I would suggest changing the activity that is causing the carpal tunnel syndrome.  Stop doing any repetitive motions with that wrist.

Make sure you adjust your posture, sit straight up and that your wrists are not uncomfortable while you’re typing.  Make sure you also take breaks as much as you can.  Put your arms above your head and pump your fists to keep the blood flowing.