Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis can cause painful joints including in the wrist and hands. This can make it hard to use computers. Particularly it can be hard using a keyboard and mouse. AbilityNet's Advice and Information Officer answers some of the common questions related to arthritis.
Top tips for using technology with arthritis
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Top tips for using technology with arthritis
Top tips for using technology with arthritis
Description
Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis can cause painful joints including in the wrist and hands. This can make it hard to use computers. Particularly it can be hard using a keyboard and mouse. AbilityNet's Advice and Information Officer answers some of the common questions related to arthritis.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Hazards
Working with an existing MSD condition/disease
Health effects
Worsening of existing (chronic) condition
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Sufferer of an MSK disorder or disease
Prevention measures
Adjustments/support for chronic MSD disorder/disease/pain suffers
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Other
Target audience
Other
Priority area
Chronic conditions
Year
2001