Take Great Care of Your Hands

From Paula S. Morgan, former About.com Guide

• Tension, cramping, shooting pains or general soreness in wrists, hands, arms, elbows and shoulders.
  
  
• Numbness, tingling, or weakness in hands or arms.
  
  
• Aches or stiffness in hands, wrists, arms, elbows, shoulders, neck and upper back.
  
  
• Cold hands.
  
  
• Pain in hands, wrists, fingers, arms or elbows that wakes you up at night.
  
  
• Loss of strength or coordination in hands.
  
  
• Tightness, stiffness, soreness or burning in the hands, wrists, fingers, forearms, or elbows.
  
  Waking with numb, stiff or extremely cold hands in the morning.
  
  
• Upper back, neck and shoulder strain, stiffness or pain when beading or using the computer.
  
  

if you see (or feel) the signs and symptoms of a possible RSI, do not hesitate to contact your doctor.

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• Take Great Care of Your Hands
• Symptoms to Watch For in Hands, Wrists, Elbows and Shoulders
• Preventing Repetitive Strain Injury with Stretches and Warmth
• Other Things You Can Do to Prevent RSI
• Don't Overlook Good Lighting, Magnification and Seating!
• Share Your Experiences and Get Support from Other Beaders

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