Gaming Injury Prevention 1

http://www.m.webmd.com/pain-management/stretching-exercises-for-preventing-carpal-tunnel-syndrome?printing=true#

The link above discribes three exercises to prevent the gaming related injury known as carpal tunnel. Do you have a job that causes you to use your hands all day? For gamers, that can increase chances of injury. WebMD describes the occurrence as "when a combination of health conditions and activities puts pressure on the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in your wrist". A related injury is known as Pinched Nerve can also occur.

Repetitive motion, as seen with pressing the fire trigger on the controller, is one of the many causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Hand-arm vibration, as well as working for long periods in the same or awkward positions can also cause this syndrome.

The best choice when planning to play for hours is to ensure that there are break times scheduled. this method can reduce the amount of time your hands are in the awkward position that is formed while holding the controller. While you take your break, Rest Easy!