Arthritis, fibromyalgia affect computer use: study

(Medical News Today) UPDATED 2009-05-02

According to a new study, people who have arthritis and fibromyalgia experience pain and other problems related to computer use that could affect their ability to work. In the study, 315 arthritis and fibromyalgia patients completed a survey that asked questions about computer use, discomfort experienced while using a chair, desk, keyboard, mouse and monitor, and problems associated with each piece of equipment. Researchers found that 84 percent of respondents reported a problem with computer use attributed to their underlying disorder, and 77 percent reported some discomfort related to computer use. According to recent statistics, more than half of workers use a computer on the job, and the study's finding suggests that these chronic conditions may have a significant impact on patients' ability to work. Read full story >

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