Mouse is become a common feature of our life's. It helps us while using the computers and makes it more simple to use.
However, the use of mouse results in a lot of musculoskeletal disorders, few of them are:
Mouse shoulder
Mouse arm
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Trigger finger
Out of these mouse shoulder and carpal tunnel are commonly seen.
Mouse shoulder:
What is mouse shoulder?
It is collection of symptoms in neck and shoulder blade area noticed in people using computer for long periods.
Symptoms:
The symptoms may be just pain, or might be associated with burning and heaviness.
The pain is usually deep and worsens with use of mouse.
The pain is felt in shoulder blade, neck and sometimes even in the chest area.
How does it take place?
The shoulder and shoulder blade is attached to the ribcage and spinal column via muscles and soft tissues.
When we use the mouse without any support for the arm and forearm the muscles have to work more in order to maintain the position of the unsupported arm hence placing them under continuous stress.
Treatment:
The pain usually subsides with rest during the initial stages, however in later stages even rest doesn't help.
1.Simple NSAIDs can help relieve pain.
2.Icing
3.Using support and taking frequent breaks
4.Physiotherapy:
Tens, ultrasound,Dry needling, taping
Exercises: scapular strengthening, pectoral stretching, ROM exercises along with neck stretching and strengthening exercises, postural exercises.
Perform simple desk stretches at work.
5. Use of ergonomic mouse.
Hence, proper ergonomics and exercise can prevent you from developing any of the above symptoms and conditions.
