How to Reduce Wrist Pain at the Computer

If you're like me and spend 80% of your life at a desk, there's a high chance your body is letting you know about it by the end of the day.

5 years of university + 12 years of running a business from my computer have turned me into a bit of a nerd when it comes to ergonomics. I spend the majority of my work day sitting on my butt in front of the computer, and scoliosis means I don't get to cut any corners when it comes to my desk setup.

I know how taxing and frustrating it is to get through your day while being in pain, so I wanted to create some helpful tips to remove or reduce as much of it as possible.

So, I'm kicking off a little series of 'how to avoid unnecessary pain', starting with an easy fix - reducing wrist pain at the computer.

Whilst I was at uni, I worked in an office and the desk setup was horrible. The keyboard was elevated on the built-in desk which meant my wrists were always higher than my elbows (i.e. not good). I Googled 'do I have carpal tunnel' within the first 5 mins of every work day. Wrist pain and shoulder pain were a daily struggle.

When I started stretching and running my business from home, it became very clear which things were contributing to pain. I started making my work environment as ergonomic as possible so I could pack orders and spend time on the computer without constant discomfort.

If you work at a computer, remember this:

FEEL GOOD > LOOK GOOD

Above all, your workstation needs to be ergonomic so you can work without being in pain. An adjustable office chair and proper desk might not be the most aesthetic option, but trust me, your body will thank you for it.

Watch the video above to see the small workstation tweaks that can make a big difference to wrist pain, desk posture, and overall tension.

Please share this with anyone you know who complains about pain at their desk.

Keep an eye out for the next post in this series.

Elle :)