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Forearms, wrists, and hands – Compaq Presario 7360 User Manual

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14-8 Safety and Comfort

Forearms, Wrists, and Hands

Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands aligned in a straight, neutral position,
whether you are working at a desk or table, or sitting on a couch or bed. Avoid
bending or angling your wrists while typing or using a pointing device.

Don't Anchor Your Wrists

When typing, do not anchor or rest your wrists on your work surface, your thighs,
or a palm rest (sometimes called a wrist rest). Resting your palms while typing may
be harmful because it can cause you to bend your wrists back and can apply
pressure to the undersides of your wrists. A palm rest is designed to provide
support during pauses, when you are not typing.

RIGHT!

Hold a straight, neutral wrist position while
typing.

WRONG!

Don’t rest your palms on a work surface while
typing.

RIGHT!

Hold a straight, neutral wrist position while
typing.