Massage is an effective tool to manage stress and RSI symptoms. However, a complete self-care program including proper diet, sleep, exercise, and stretching, is important to optimize health and prevent injury from daily stresses.
Here are a few on-line resources. Individuals should always consult their physician before beginning a new exercise program. All stretches and exercises should be performed with caution to prevent injury from over stretching or over exertion.
DAILY STRETCHING
Here are a few online tools that will remind you to stretch at work or at home, and lead you through quick, convenient and effective stretches to prevent and manage repetitive strain injuries.
http://www.stretchware.com
http://www.desktherapy.com/desk-exercise-software-demo.php
NECK PAIN
Poor posture is one of the leading causes of neck pain. This website provides stretches and other resources to prevent and manage chronic neck pain.
http://www.necksolutions.com/neck-strain.html
SHOULDER PAIN
Learn about the link between posture and shoulder pain, and how to prevent and manage muscle strain.
http://www.shoulder-pain-management.com/shouldermusclestrain.html
THORACIC OUTLET SYNDROME
Learn about this painful condition, and how to manage and correct the muscular imbalances that cause it.
www.nismat.org/ptcor/thoracic_outlet
www.eorthopod.com/public/patient_education/6537/thoracic_outlet_syndrome.html
CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME
This condition is often caused by repetitive motions of the wrist, and is characterized by pain in the wrist, hand and/or forearm.
http://massagetherapy.suite101.com/article.cfm/massage_and_carpal_tunnel_syndrome
http://jeffreyburch.com/home/jb1/page/145/45