Repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a serious condition, both for individuals and employers. It affects thousands each year and costs the UK industry millions.

But, it can be prevented. For information on products which can improve your working environment and help prevent RSI contact Simon Seligman on 01273  203100 or see our Contacts Page:

As a computer user, you can prevent conditions that may lead to an RSI-related illness. RSI is a serious condition, but a preventable one. Even just a simple workplace assessment, using a thorough check-list, can help you to identify problems and take appropriate action to rectify them. Very often low-cost investments, such as a wrist rest or back support, can help you and your employer avoid potentially costly long-term injuries. For more information on making your work environment more comfortable and effective please contact us.

Employers and employees are responsibly for RSI prevention and the impact this has on the cost to industry and the quality of life. Employers can help to prevent RSI through simple, cost-effective measures aimed at

improving employees' working area. In fact, all employers have a legal obligation to ensure safe working conditions for their employees, and large offices need to be professionally assessed to ensure employees can work comfortably. Employees can help to provide a safe working environment by following an number of simple steps.

If you think that you or an employee may be suffering from an RSI, don't worry, there are treatment and therapy options available to help. See useful links for details of RSI specialists and organisations.

Whether you are a sufferer or not, workplace, lifestyle, and dietary stress are becoming critical life-shortnening factors in the developed world, and can exacerbate the impact of RSI on an individual.