Wrists rests and forearm supports are used to prevent wrist from bending back, to reduce shoulder muscle work, and take weight from shoulder. The drawbacks of using these devices include forward flexion of wrist, or it may have sharp edges that are not comfortable. You should look for a soft wrist rest and forearm support that does not have sharp edges and has right thickness. Adjust correct height for forearm support.

One of most important things in office is chair because it holds whole body. Use a chair that you are most comfortable with. There are soft, flexible chairs available in market. Chairs like this are expensive. The chair affects your posture, so you must adjust it to fit your body.

We use glare screens to improve screen visibility and eliminate eye strain. These screens collect dust and are difficult to clean. They can also obscure image. Know advantages and disadvantages of different glare screens before you buy one.

Listen to what your body tells you. If you feel pain, do not ignore it. Know what causes pain and do something about it. If problem is in devices you use, adjust or rearrange them. There are ergonomically designed devices to help you, but you should know how to use them correctly.

In September 30, 2004, Merck officially announced of voluntary recall of Vioxx from all markets worldwide. A warning was issued to prevent people from taking Vioxx and to return all unused pills. It also causes other life-threatening diseases, such as, blood clots, angina and nonbacterial meningitis, severe intestinal damage, ulcerations and bleeding, and kidney damage. Other minor side effects include flu symptoms, weakness, loss of appetite, rash or pail skin, swelling of hand feet and other extremities.

Many blamed Food and Drug Administration or FDA, because it is its duty to assure people of harmless foods and drugs. Also, FDA was blamed for giving Merck a fast-track, 6-month approval process. Vioxx was distributed in United States in 1999. They want FDA to push drug companies to conduct longer tests before they can sell it so that people are given right warning.

In January 27, 2005, consolidation of all Vioxx cases was argued in front of federal judges in Florida by attorneys. A preliminary hearing will be held before judge after decision is made public. Now, there are web sites that offer free consultations for Vioxx victims.