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Stand up desk problems

Wonderwoman2677
Wonderwoman2677 Posts: 428 Member
edited February 10 in Fitness and Exercise
Does anyone use a stand up desk for their desk job?

I got mine 11/2012 and was using it at least 5-6 hours a day for most of the year following. Now my right elbow is hurting so much all the time I can barely take it. It seems to be from using my computer mouse. No matter which way I adjust or try to alleviate the strain it's hurting. Any ideas?

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  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    y do u think that standing up is making your mouse hurt your elbow?
  • cynthiaj777
    cynthiaj777 Posts: 787 Member
    I have had a standing desk for about 6 months now. Now problems for me.

    Why do you think it is the mouse use? That seems weird to me.
  • MickeS
    MickeS Posts: 108 Member
    Your not supposed to stand all day. 40-60 min then sit down for 30 min. If you stand too long you will get tired and hang on your hip or elbows or whatever. This is one reason why people get pain in new and different places when they switch to adjustable desks. Just mix it up and see if it helps. Good luck!
  • sydneybeachgirl
    sydneybeachgirl Posts: 209
    I really want a stand-up desk...I am still yet to find one
  • cynthiaj777
    cynthiaj777 Posts: 787 Member
    I really want a stand-up desk...I am still yet to find one

    I got a Kangaroo desk.
  • martinsday
    martinsday Posts: 1
    I have a Stand Steady desk and really like it! www.amazon.com/dp/B00BXOGHQI
  • alexisdc
    alexisdc Posts: 117 Member
    I have a stand up desk. I usually stand 30-60 mins then rest. No elbow problems.
  • WalkingAlong
    WalkingAlong Posts: 4,926 Member
    I would switch to a counter height desk, where you can use an ergonomic, saddle-style seat. That's what I use. That and a treadmill desk set-up.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THiR6pRrZwA
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