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9. If You Are Injured
The Advantage2 keyboard is designed to reduce the physical stress that
all
keyboard users experience– whether or not they
are injured. Ergonomic keyboards are not medical treatments, and no keyboard can be guaranteed to cure injuries or
prevent the occurrence of injuries. Always consult your health care professional if you notice discomfort or other physical
problems when you use your computer.
Have you been diagnosed with RSI or CTD?
Have you ever been diagnosed with tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndromes, or some other form of repetitive strain injury
(“RSI”) or cumulative trauma disorder (“CTD”)? If so, you should use special care when using a computer, regardless of your
keyboard. Even if you simply experience discomfort when using a traditional keyboard you should use reasonable care
when operating keyboard. To achieve the maximum ergonomic benets when using the Advantage2 keyboard, it is
important that you arrange your workstation in accordance with generally accepted ergonomic standards as described in
Appendix: Ergonomic Guidelines for Computer Workstations” and take frequent “micro” breaks. For individuals with existing
RSI conditions it may be advisable work with your health care provider to develop an adaptation schedule.
Establish realistic expectations
If you currently have an injury to your hands or arms, or have had such an injury in the past, it is important that you have
realistic expectations of the Advantage2. You should not expect an immediate improvement in your physical condition
simply by switching to the Advantage2, or any ergonomic keyboard for that matter. Your physical trauma has built up over
months or years, and it may take a number of weeks before you notice difference. At rst, you may feel some new fatigue
or discomfort as you adapt to the Advantage2.
A keyboard is not a medical treatment!
The Advantage2 is not a medical treatment nor a substitute for appropriate medical treatment. If any information in this
Manual contradicts the advice you have received from a health care professional, please follow your health care
professional’s instructions.
When to begin using your new keyboard
Consider beginning to use your Advantage2 keyboard after you have a taken a break from traditional keyboarding–
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