Anatomy and Ergonomic Interactions
With the Human Body

Excercises and Stretching

Breaks or changes in work tasks, coupled with various exercises and stretching, can provide you with the time needed for stressed muscles and tendons to recover to their "normal" state, and also help fight injuries that accumulate after intensive, long-term keyboarding work. As for any exercise, remember that if you have any pre-existing condition that you believe could be negatively impacted by these stretches, consult your physician before beginning them.

Keys to a Good Stretch:
Achieve the maximum benefit from these stretches by:
Holding the stretch for 20 – 30 seconds, since long sustained stretches produce more relaxation

Breathing slowly and rhythmically during the stretch

Keeping the stretch within comfortable limits to avoid over-stretching, and never stretch to the point of pain

Stretching smoothly to avoid bouncing or jerking, which can injure rather than help muscle tissues

Basic Stretches and Exercises:

Flexibility Exercises
Whole Body and Arm Stretch <<under development>>
Shoulder Shrugs
Antler Stretch
Wrist Circle <<under development>>
Finger Stretch

Strengthening Exercises
Hand Grip <<under development>>
Thumb Squeeze <<under development>>
Wrist Flexion and Extension <<under development>>

Shoulder Shrugs

Antler Stretch

Finger Stretch

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