Benefits of Stretching at Work

Posted By: HR avatar

Published to Newsletter on Mar 21, 2024

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Do you find yourself stuck behind a desk typing for hours on end? Studies show that continuous typing puts excess stress on the 27 joints and over 100 ligaments and tendons that make up the human hand. This stress has been closely related to an increased risk of arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome, both of which are caused by an overuse of the hands to carry out constant repetitive movements, such as typing. To learn more about preventing carpal tunnel, click here.

Preventing and or managing arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome is as simple as taking 3 minutes once a day to stretch out your joints. Simple stretches can lengthen the muscles and tendons in the hands that become tight and inflamed during repetitive use.


Benefits from simple stretch breaks include:

  • Pain relief in the hands and fingers.
  • Protection against premature tendon, ligament, muscle, and joint breakdown.
  • Increased muscle strength and range of motion to help prevent injury. ­­
  • Better stability of the fingers, wrists, and hands.


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