Disability Access @ Stanford - Disability Related Resources
Resources for Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI)
Preventing an injury:
- How to avoid Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI)
- Ergonomic checklist – from Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
- Web-based Ergonomic training (Note: Training is Flash-only)
EH&S has a list of Ergonomic equipment and accessories to minimize risk.
If you are a Stanford employee, your department may be eligible for matching funds from Environmental Health & Safety on ergonomic furniture purchases.
If an injury occurs:
Symptoms of Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) of the hands, neck, or wrists can include reoccurring or continuous pain/discomfort, redness and swelling, numbness or tingling sensation, decreasing hand grip strength, and limited range of motion.
If you are a Stanford employee, see the Environmental Health & Safety site for more information on reporting your injury.