Since I spend 8 to 10 hours a day on the computer, I have developed a pain on the top of my elbow. If I try to lift a pot or pan by the handle, I get a sharp pain raidiating down my forearm and have no strength in my right arm in the level position. I already wear a wrist brace for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and I now have to wear an elbow brace as well.
My Chiropractor whom I see twice a week on a regular basis has told me that I have to rest my right hand even if it means staying off the computer. Being that I have a concert series to run (The Borderline), that is not an option for me.
So even thought I am righthanded, I am now using my left hand to operate the mouse. It is a little awkward at first and very slow but I am getting used to it. It is definitely a better alternative than staying off the computer entirely.
Has anyone else here encountered this problem and if so what have you done about it?