RSI and Overuse Injury Association

07/11/2025

We recently welcomed a new member with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). We'd appreciate any feedback from you that will help her manage CTS. In our research, we came across a micro-invasive procedure that involves gently releasing the transverse ligament, which has received a lot of great reviews from people who've undergone the treatment. Your thoughts are always appreciated via admin@rsi.org.au.

31/10/2025

Have you been using AI technology to help with your RSI or OOS? For example, do you use ChatGPT or speech-to-text when using your phone? We're interested in learning more about how AI is being used in your daily life and how it might help you manage your RSI or OOS. Other members always benefit from your information.

Please email us at admin@rsi.org and let us know how AI technology has made a difference for you! 📱💬

28/10/2025

A member has said that this YouTube video from last year is very insightful about types of keyboards and which is best according to science 💻👨‍🔬

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17/10/2025

This article explains overuse injuries for teenagers and how these injuries can present. This can include growing pains and sports injuries, or can relate to carpal tunnel syndrome and shin splints 🦵

Overuse (or repetitive stress) injuries happen when too much stress is placed on a part of the body, causing problems like swelling, pain, muscle strain, and tissue damage.

14/10/2025

This is a great article about 'Smartphone Pinky' and how it can have long-term effects on the strength of the wrists and hands 📱✋

https://www.health.com/smartphone-pinky-11786933

We'd love to hear from you! Please email us at admin@rsi.org.au with your thoughts on this article

Smartphone pinky is not an official medical diagnosis, but it is a common problem among frequent smartphone users that may lead to hand pain and weakness.

10/10/2025

Here is a great video about understanding the rotator cuff. It busts some common myths about what to do when the area is injured 🤕

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15vFDDAcFF/

19/09/2025

Here's a picture from our morning tea with Painaustralia CEO Monika Boogs, held on 9 September at the Pearce Centre ☀️☕️

It was a great opportunity for members of our community to chat with Monika about how they manage their pain and what strategies they use. This information helps us to advocate for more services.

As part of this, we are updating our member stories on pain and RSI. Please get in touch with us at admin@rsi.org to contribute!

02/09/2025

Morning Tea with Painaustralia & RSI ACT
THIS Tuesday 9 September | 10:30am-11.30am

📅 Date: Tuesday 9 September 2025
📍 Location: Building 1, Pearce Centre – Collett Place, Pearce - Opposite Pearce Shops on Hodgson Crescent (the former school building 😊)

You’re invited to join us for a relaxed morning tea with the RSI and Overuse Injury Association of the ACT and Painaustralia. We will have the Zango Coffee Van there along with tea, water/juice, gluten-free and other healthy snacks and almond milk option for tea.

It’s a chance to:
Hear practical tips for living well with repetitive strain injury, musculoskeletal conditions, or chronic pain.
Discover the services, programs, and support offered through RSI ACT.
Ask questions and connect with others who understand the challenges of ongoing pain and injury.
Take home information and resources that can help you or someone you care about.

RSI and Overuse Injury Association of the ACT supports people to better manage repetitive strain injuries and related conditions through information, advocacy, and community programs.

Painaustralia is the national peak body working to improve the quality of life for the millions of Australians affected by chronic pain. We collaborate with communities, health professionals, and policymakers to make support easier to find and access.

Held during International Pain Awareness Month, this morning tea is about starting conversations, sharing knowledge, a chance to ask questions, building connections and finding out more about the services and support available to you or someone you know.

Come along, enjoy a cuppa, and leave with new ideas, connections, and practical ways to get support. We would love you to join us!

15/08/2025

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