> -----Original Message-----
> From:	Rcia1@aol.com [SMTP:Rcia1@aol.com]
> Sent:	Monday, May 10, 1999 9:51 PM
> To:	lpwenk@netquest.com; histonet@Pathology.swmed.edu
> Subject:	Re: LAB MEDICINE IDEAS
> 
> I have an idea for an article and for a discussion on the internet and
> that 
> is RSI, repetitive strain injury.  What are some of the pains that us
> older 
> or over worked histotechs are experiencing??  
> My current pain is in my the top of my hand.  It does'nt sound like carpal
> 
> tunnel, but it is a chronic dull ache. My guess is from trimming blocks, 
> before cutting.  I'm trying to give the job to the histo aides, but I
> can't 
> wear them out, too.  Anybody else have this problem or have any solution.
> (I 
> know, don't be such a sloppy embedder!)
> Also, ergonomics in the Histo. Lab would be another good one.
> 
> Deb C.
> Metro labs
> Davenport, IA.