RSI is a blanket term describing a basket of overuse conditions.  RSI symptoms include:

• swelling, PAIN, tingling or numbness, weakness and stiffness and often chronically cold hands and fingers.
• early signs of wrist RSI include soreness, tingling or discomfort in the neck, arms, wrists, fingers or shoulders.
• Symptoms are associated with repetitive tasks.
• When you stop the activity symptoms may disappear or lessen. Unfortunately, after a while RSI symptoms can become chronic.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane, the management of Wrist RSI and forearm muscle overload follows an evidence-informed, multidisciplinary approach designed to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent recurrence. Treatment modalities may include:

1. Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT): to reduce muscle tone, inflammation, and pain sensitivity, particularly effective in cases of tenosynovitis.

2. Deep Tissue Massage: targeted soft tissue mobilisation to improve pain-free range of motion and decrease local muscular tension.

3. Electro Dry Needling: an advanced technique shown to modulate neural inflammation and normalise excessive muscular tone, providing superior outcomes in cases of muscular overload.

4. Ergonomic Assessment and Adjustment: tailored strategies to reduce biomechanical stressors and repetitive strain on the upper limb.

5. Prescribed Stretching Protocols: specific to the wrist, forearm, and postural stabilisers to support ongoing mobility and functional improvements.

6. Corrective Exercise: evidence-based exercise interventions that may provide immediate pain reduction while addressing underlying biomechanical contributors.

7. Adjunctive Medical Management: in some cases, general practitioners may prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to assist with symptom control.

Corrective exercise is strongly supported in the literature as one of the most effective long-term interventions for tendinopathies. Ergonomic optimisation further enhances outcomes, improving both function and quality of life. It is well established that prolonged static postures—particularly forward head and rounded shoulder positions associated with computer use—significantly increase musculoskeletal loading. Regular movement and postural variability are essential components of effective prevention and management.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane expert treatment for Wrist RSI and overloaded forearm muscles involves:

1. Low Level laser to reduce muscle tone and inflammation (especially tenosynovitis)

2. Deep tissue massage to improve pain free movement

3. Electro dry needling– to reduce neural inflammation and muscular tone (unparalleled results for muscular overload)

4. Ergonomics adjustments to reduce stress on the arms

5. Appropriate stretches so you can maintain your pain free status adn postural improvements.

6. Depending on the condition – an exercise you can do that reduces pain immediately

Your GP may prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine.

Corrective Exercise has proven to be the most effective long term solutions to most tendinopathies  Ergonomic will almost always improve function and quality of life.  The posture does not like to be locked into any one position endlessly – especially the types of slouching postures associated with computer use.

When thinking about how to heal wrist, ris a combined approach involving soft tissue treatment, electro needling, stretches, corrective exercise and an assessment of repetitive tasks and postures will be the most effective.

It is important to look at all of the factors producing the pain and provide a multi faceted approach for the best long term results. Your Myotherapist will be able to provide assessment, soft tissue massage, electro needling, laser and corrective exercise. They can also discuss ergonomics with you.

Improvement of wrist rsi requires some patience and persistence, but with a mix of treatment, corrective exercise and reduction in postures and movements that exacerbate the issue your pain and discomfort can improve reasonably quickly.

By performing regular stretches and corrective exercise you can reduce pain and discomfort. Soft tissue treatment & electro needling will ease muscle tone and neural irritability. Your Myotherapist can provide guidance and a treatment plan that will help your pain and get you on the path to recovery.

• Prevention strategies should include postural modifications (like the ergonomics video below).
• Performing the same movements over and over may cause inflammation and damage to the muscles, nerves, tendons and tendon sheaths. In Brisbane, computer related wrist RSI is on the rise – as many people are working from home.
• Don’t let simple muscular overload become a true overuse syndrome – address the causes early (Low Level Laser and Electro Needling can rapidly resolve symptoms).
• Forearm muscle overload can happen to anyone and frequently results in overuse syndromes such as Wrist RSI, Carpal tunnel, RSI and tennis elbow.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane, we specialise in helping people recover from Wrist RSI and forearm muscle overload so you can get back to using your hands and arms comfortably again. Our treatments combine advanced techniques with practical solutions you can use every day.

Here’s how we help:

1. Low Level Laser Therapy – reduces muscle tension and inflammation (especially effective for tenosynovitis).

2. Deep Tissue Massage – restores pain-free movement and releases tight forearm muscles.

3. Electro Dry Needling – relieves nerve irritation and resets overloaded muscles for faster recovery.

4. Ergonomic Advice – small adjustments to your desk or work habits that take the pressure off your arms.

5. Stretches & Exercises – simple, targeted movements that ease pain immediately and help you stay pain-free.

6. Medical Support – if needed, your GP may recommend anti-inflammatory medication to assist your recovery.

The combination of corrective exercise and ergonomic improvements is one of the most effective long-term solutions for tendinopathy. When your posture is supported and you’re not locked in one position all day, your body works better, pain reduces, and daily life feels easier.

Relieving wrist RSI is about reducing pain, easing muscle tension, and stopping the overload that caused it in the first place. At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane, we often use:

1. Low level laser to calm down inflammation and ease pain (great for tenosynovitis).

2. Deep tissue massage to loosen tight forearm muscles and restore movement.

3. Electro dry needling to reset irritated nerves and overloaded muscles.

4. Ergonomic tweaks – simple changes to how you sit or set up your workspace can take the strain off your wrists.

5. Targeted stretches and exercises to reduce pain quickly and keep it away long term.

Sometimes, your GP may also prescribe anti-inflammatory medication.

The biggest game-changer? Corrective exercise and good ergonomics. These help protect your wrists for the long run, so you’re not stuck in pain every time you type, scroll, or lift.

The key to stopping wrist RSI is tackling both the pain and the cause. At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane, we use:

1. Low level laser to settle inflammation and calm sore tendons.

2. Deep tissue massage to release tight forearm muscles.

3. Electro dry needling to switch off overloaded muscles and nerve irritation.

4. Ergonomic fixes – adjusting your desk, keyboard, or posture to reduce strain.

5. Simple stretches and exercises you can do daily to keep your wrists strong and pain-free.

Your GP might also recommend anti-inflammatory medication if needed.

Long term, the most effective approach is corrective exercise plus good ergonomics. When your posture is supported and you avoid staying locked in one position, your wrists can finally recover and stay healthy.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane expert treatment for Wrist RSI and overloaded forearm muscles involves:

• Low Level laserto reduce muscle tone and inflammation (especially tenosynovitis)
• Deep tissue massage to improve pain free movement
• Electro dry needling– to reduce neural inflammation and muscular tone (unparalleled results for muscular overload)
• Ergonomics adjustments to reduce stress on the arms
• Appropriate stretches so you can maintain your pain free status adn postural improvements.
• Depending on the condition – an exercise you can do that reduces pain immediately

Your GP may prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine.

Corrective Exercise has proven to be the most effective long term solutions to most tendinopathies  Ergonomic will almost always improve function and quality of life.  The posture does not like to be locked into any one position endlessly – especially the types of slouching postures associated with computer use.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane expert treatment for Wrist RSI and overloaded forearm muscles involves:

• Low Level laserto reduce muscle tone and inflammation (especially tenosynovitis)
• Deep tissue massage to improve pain free movement
• Electro dry needling– to reduce neural inflammation and muscular tone (unparalleled results for muscular overload)
• Ergonomics adjustments to reduce stress on the arms
• Appropriate stretches so you can maintain your pain free status adn postural improvements.
• Depending on the condition – an exercise you can do that reduces pain immediately

Your GP may prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine.

Corrective Exercise has proven to be the most effective long term solutions to most tendinopathies  Ergonomic will almost always improve function and quality of life.  The posture does not like to be locked into any one position endlessly – especially the types of slouching postures associated with computer use.

Thumb RSI (often from texting, typing, or gripping) usually comes down to calming irritation and easing the overload on your hand. Treatment often includes:

1. Low level laser to reduce inflammation and speed up healing.

2. Deep tissue massage to release tight forearm and thumb muscles.

3. Electro dry needling to ease nerve irritation and switch off muscle tension.

4. Ergonomic changes – simple adjustments like how you hold your phone, use your mouse, or position your hands at the keyboard.

5. Specific stretches and exercises to improve mobility, reduce pain, and keep your thumb strong.

If needed, your GP may also prescribe anti-inflammatory medication to help manage symptoms.

For long-term results, combining corrective exercise with better ergonomics and soft tissue treatment is the most effective way to stop thumb RSI from coming back.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane expert treatment for Wrist RSI and overloaded forearm muscles involves:

• Low Level laserto reduce muscle tone and inflammation (especially tenosynovitis)
• Deep tissue massage to improve pain free movement
• Electro dry needling– to reduce neural inflammation and muscular tone (unparalleled results for muscular overload)
• Ergonomics adjustments to reduce stress on the arms
• Appropriate stretches so you can maintain your pain free status adn postural improvements.
• Depending on the condition – an exercise you can do that reduces pain immediately

Your GP may prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine.

Corrective Exercise has proven to be the most effective long term solutions to most tendinopathies  Ergonomic will almost always improve function and quality of life.  The posture does not like to be locked into any one position endlessly – especially the types of slouching postures associated with computer use.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane expert treatment for Wrist RSI and overloaded forearm muscles involves:

• Low Level laserto reduce muscle tone and inflammation (especially tenosynovitis)
• Deep tissue massage to improve pain free movement
• Electro dry needling– to reduce neural inflammation and muscular tone (unparalleled results for muscular overload)
• Ergonomics adjustments to reduce stress on the arms
• Appropriate stretches so you can maintain your pain free status adn postural improvements.
• Depending on the condition – an exercise you can do that reduces pain immediately

Your GP may prescribe anti-inflammatory medicine.

Corrective Exercise has proven to be the most effective long term solutions to most tendinopathies  Ergonomic will almost always improve function and quality of life.  The posture does not like to be locked into any one position endlessly – especially the types of slouching postures associated with computer use.

• Performing the same movements over and over may cause inflammation and damage to the muscles, nerves, tendons and tendon sheaths.
• In Brisbane, computer related wrist RSI is on the rise – as many people are working from home.
• Forearm muscle overload can happen to anyone and frequently results in overuse syndromes such as Wrist RSI, Carpal tunnel, RSI and tennis elbow.
• Prevention strategies should include postural modifications (like the ergonomics video below).
• Don’t let simple muscular overload become a true overuse syndrome – address the causes early (Low Level Laser and Electro Needling can rapidly resolve symptoms).

• Doing the same movement again and again can irritate the muscles, tendons, nerves, and their protective sheaths — leading to pain and inflammation. In Brisbane, we’re seeing more cases of wrist RSI as many people spend long hours working from home.

• Forearm muscle overload is common and can progress into overuse issues such as wrist RSI, carpal tunnel, or even tennis elbow. The good news is, early prevention makes a big difference. Postural changes (like the ergonomic tips in the video below) help reduce strain, while treatments such as Low Level Laser and Electro Needling can quickly settle symptoms before they become long-term problems.

• Yes — prolonged mouse use is one of the most common causes of wrist RSI. Keeping your hand in the same position for hours while making small, repetitive movements places constant strain on the forearm and wrist muscles. Over time, this can irritate tendons, tighten muscles, and even inflame nerves.

  To relieve and prevent mouse-related RSI, we recommend:

  1. Ergonomic adjustments – use a mouse that fits your hand, keep your wrist neutral, and position your desk and chair correctly.

  2. Movement breaks – short, frequent breaks to stretch your fingers, wrists, and forearms reduce overload.

  3. Treatment options – at Knead Myotherapy Brisbane, we often use low level laser to calm inflammation, deep tissue massage to release tight muscles, and electro dry needling to reset overloaded areas.

  4. Corrective exercises – simple stretches and strengthening routines help restore balance and protect your wrists long term.

  By addressing both posture and muscle overload early, you can stop mouse-related RSI from turning into a chronic problem.

Neck, shoulder and arm pain commonly occur together.  Many arm symptoms originate in the neck and shoulder – that’s why its important to consult with an expert clinician when dealing with overload conditions – because these chronic states feed each other.

• Don’t waste money getting multiple shots of cortisone – Cortisone is only effective for one major arm RSI – tenosynovitis. Cortisone is actually harmful for golfers elbow, tennis elbow and carpal tunnel syndrome.

At Knead Myotherapy Brisbane a typical treatment for Wrist RSI and overloaded forearm muscles involves:

• Low Level laser to reduce muscle tone and inflammation (especially tenosynovitis)
• Deep tissue massage to improve pain free movement
• Electro dry needling – to reduce neural inflammation and muscular tone (unparalleled results for muscular overload)
• Ergonomics adjustments to reduce stress on the arms
• Appropriate stretches so you can maintain your pain free status adn postural improvements.
• Depending on the condition – an exercise you can do that reduces pain immediately

• Symptoms include swelling, PAIN, tingling or numbness, weakness and stiffness and often chronically cold hands and fingers.
• Initial signs of RSI include soreness, tingling or discomfort in the neck, arms, wrists, fingers or shoulders.
• Symptoms are associated with repetitive tasks.

• When you stop the activity symptoms may disappear or lessen. Unfortunately, after a while RSI symptoms can become chronic.

• Performing the same movements over and over may cause inflammation and damage to the muscles, nerves, tendons and tendon sheaths.
• In Brisbane, computer related wrist RSI is on the rise – as many people are working from home.
• Forearm muscle overload can happen to anyone and frequently results in overuse syndromes such as Wrist RSI, Carpal tunnel, RSI and tennis elbow.
• A tendinopathy is the most common overuse injury of the arm. It can be either an inflammation of the tendons (tendonitis) or a damage to the collagen that the tendon is made of (tendonosis). Tendons connect muscle to bones – they are easily inflamed or injured by repetitive movements -Trigger finger, Golfers Elbow and Tennis Elbow are all tendonopathies.
• Carpal Tunnel Syndromeis a nerve constriction at the wrist caused by swelling in the muscles and tendon sheaths.
• Tenosynovitis is a burning pain often felt in the wrist or on either bone of the forearm – it is an inflammatory pain associated with friction, inflammation and swelling of the tendon sheaths.