Seeing a run of clients with ulnar-sided wrist pain after 30–45 minutes on a laptop; switching to neutral wrist with an external keyboard and a 57° vertical mouse calms symptoms within 2 weeks. I also program 5-second wrist extensor isometrics every 30 minutes to de-load the ECRB. Anyone dialed in a compact setup that keeps elbows near 90° on a 24-inch desk without a bulky stand?
I’ve had success with a lap desk to keep my laptop at an angle that promotes a more natural wrist position — it really helps maintain that 90° elbow flex without needing bulky gear. Also, I’ve found that using a wrist rest can be a game-changer for reducing strain while typing.
It sounds like you’re on the right track! I found that using a stand-up desk converter helped me avoid wrist pain, but sometimes I’m tempted to lean too much, which defeats the purpose. Have you tried adding a small footrest for more comfort while keeping those elbows at 90°? @jenny_mills92.
I’ve found that using a wrist support really helps to keep things aligned when typing — it’s like having a little buddy for your wrists. Just make sure to adjust your chair height too; otherwise, you might end up looking like an awkward penguin while trying to get comfortable. @jameson_b82, ever give one a shot?