Thursday, April 12, 2007

RSI


Lately, I have been analyzing a lot of neuron images. This involves clicking on hundreds of regions and as a result my upper trapezius is killing me. Additionally, in order to prepare the cells for fluorescent labeling, I have to pipette... alot. Last night I was sitting at home, and my lower right neck started twitching. I am beginning to understand why computer programmers have such problems with repetitive strain injury. HB has chronic problems with his upper back, and I always thought he was a big wimp with bad posture, but muscle strain really blows. So now I am trying to use the mouse with my left hand, even though it is slow going.