My brother works in I.T at a computer for 7+ hours a day. He had very bad tendonitis, and still gets it, but now to a lesser degree.
He has already got the ergonomic desk, monitor angle and specialist vertical mice/keyboard, powerball etc but it has not solved the problem, only lessened it slightly.
The standard NHS doctor is not really good enough, he has seen a physical therapist but the exercises haven’t really helped.
Can anyone recommend a doctor, physiotherapist, Alexander technique person etc etc etc who SPECIALIZES in working with people that have developed tendonitis as a result of working in I.T/with computers? I want someone that specifically works with people in that field and can offer specialist help that will suit him.
Many thanks!
All appreciated!
C
x
2006-09-25 05:42:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
hi ..i suffered for 2 years with the same problem,my doctor gave me anti-inflammatory tablets which didnt work,eventually i moved house and doctor...my new doctor gave me a cortisone shot there and then ,and i kid you not it took away the pain in an instant.If only i had known sooner what to ask for..!! some docs can give it some cant,ask at the practice you go to who can give it..and make an appointment.
good luck..
2006-10-03 04:41:35 · answer #1 · answered by intruder3906 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was an occupational nurse, many people had tendinitis, it was my job to write detailed notes on what exactly they were doing at work be it computer IT work or manual. I also represented them in court when they wanted compensation because the job had caused the problem. However with tendinitis you must rest the arm, not keep working, also you need to go to GP and get anti-Inflammatory tablets i.e. Diclofenac, which you need to take regularly, (however if you have stomach problems you must not take them) If you can take them you must take them with food or your GP should perscrible Omeprazole a tablet which will protect your stomach against the diclofenac. Ice packs on the arm for a quarter of an hour at a time will also reduce the inflammation. There is also an operation which may help. The tendons are swollen, so reducing the swelling will stop the pain. A chiropractor may be able to help some of them give acupuncture which also helps. Ergenomics should have been in place before he got tendonitis. If you should need an operation see GP to refer to an orthopedic surgeon.
2016-03-27 09:00:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stretches, ice, and as much rest as possible. By changing the position of your wrist while you type can off load the tendon that has become irritated.
Accupuncture would most definately help and as would massage therapy.
2006-10-02 04:53:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
heat packs having a real soothing effect on my joints. You could try that, otherwise find a nice private doctor who's willing to help (as always it will cost you money!)
2006-10-02 01:59:35 · answer #4 · answered by Richard M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have you tried acupuncture? worked 4 me
2006-10-01 22:13:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dude, don't repeat the questions! It's really annoying! And sorry I don't have an answer for you.
2006-09-25 05:50:42 · answer #6 · answered by starla_o0 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Chiropractors are supposed to be good, but so are exercises. OSHA has hand exercises for you.
2006-09-25 05:44:33 · answer #7 · answered by citizen ex 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
check with your doctor
2006-09-29 04:34:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no am sorry ,c annot help you there.
2006-09-30 07:49:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋