Too bad they didn’t mention the best solution of all, which is switching to the Dvorak keyboard.
From Wired:
Make fun of computer geeks all you want, but there is one constant threat to our health and safety that we all face daily. That would be RSI, or repetitive strain injury. It’s also known as cumulative trauma disorder (CTD) or occupational overuse syndrome.
Actually, RSI can encompass any number of specific injuries resulting from performing the same task for extended periods of time, like tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome.
The best way to cure it is to stop working. But you can prevent RSI with a few common-sense tips.