Like many other problems we face, repetitive stress injury is a problem created by man. The computer, keyboard, and mouse are all man-made. Even computer science, which is the study of computing systems and computation, is the study of the artificial. Most importantly, the problem of computer-related injury was created by man and can be fixed by man. We can change our standards and conventions, though it’s difficult. When people learn how to use the computer, they can likewise be taught about ergonomics and proper computer usage, and make the necessary changes.
As of 2008, the state of affairs in computing is tragic. Many people have lived in pain for 10 years or more before figuring out how to attain pain-free computing. Countless others have become disabled, undergone surgery, and/or changed jobs due to injury. Too many people are affected by computer-related injury and poor health. Sadly, without a sea change, this state of affairs will not improve.
On the other hand, I am extremely optimistic that man can adapt to or change his environment. Thanks to new technology, dramatic improvements can be made by improving or changing the way we interact with a computer. These innovations have the potential to make it easier to achieve pain-free computing. Even without new technology, we can change our habits and understand and work within the limitations of our current tools.
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