RSI Exhibition 2008

The Exhibition will be open from 09:30 until 16:00, and include:

Waterstone’s Books (www.waterstones.co.uk)
10% discount on books at the event
A range of books that RSI sufferers have found to be useful will be on sale. Waterstones will be at the event. RSI Action will provide information on books that have been useful to sufferers.

Osmond Gaunt & Rose, Solicitors (www.ogr-law.com)
Stephen Silverman has extensive experience in RSI personal-injury claims, and will be available to provide initial advice.

System Concepts (www.system-concepts.com)
System Concepts distinguishes itself from its competitors through the quality of its people, the range and depth of its experience and the practicality of its solutions. Advice is offered on how to avoid discomfort and reduce the risk of developing RSI when using DSE. The use of good ergonomics principles and identification of potential risks will improve comfort and help prevent potential visual, back and upper limb disorders at work.

Charles Russell LLP, Solicitors (www.cr-law.co.uk)
Amanda Stevens has extensive experience in RSI personal-injury claims, and will be available to provide initial advice.

Osmond - Ergonomic Workplace Solutions (www.ergonomics.co.uk)
Osmond provide a range of products and services including: chairs; height-adjustable desks; computer keyboards, mice and specialist input devices; laptop stands; telephone headsets; writing slopes, and; posture aids.

Ability Net (www.abilitynet.org.uk)
Ability Net is a national charity helping disabled adults and children use computers and the internet. They can provide a wide range of independent advice on using technology to overcome the limitations of RSI conditions, and can also advise on the government funded Access to Work scheme. Access to Work is a government-funded scheme that offers realistic advice to help surmount work-related problems, and provides grants towards any extra costs involved.

The Speech Centre (www.speechcentre.co.uk)
The Speech Centre provides a wide range of services and products to assist RSI sufferers make productive use of computers through speech. Dragon NaturallySpeaking Voice Recognition Software provides a practical, cost effect solution that can help to prevent computer users developing RSI, as well as aiding those with RSI to regain their productivity.

Alexander Technique. Claire Rennie MSTAT (www.clairemrennie.co.uk)
Information and Taster Sessions. Poor postural habits are often a significant factor in RSI. The Alexander Technique is a sound way to become aware of and prevent damaging patterns of tension which may be feeding your condition, thus improving your general health and aiding your recovery.

The Bowen Technique - Neelam Thapen (www.bowenpractice.net)
Information and Taster Sessions. Bowen is a gentle muscle and connective tissue technique based on the work of Tom Bowen in tthe 1950s. Using a few simple moves, it stimulates the person’s self-healing mechanisms rebalancing the chakras and meridians. Bowen can relieve pain, realign and heal muscular-skeletal problems, release mental and emotional blocks and stimulate lymphatic drainage and detoxification.

Physio at Work - Bronwyn Clifford (www.physioatwork.co.uk)
Information and Advice. Physiotherapy is effective in the early stages of recovery for relieving pain and increasing the range of movements in the back and limbs. After assessing the affected person’s posture, workplace, lifestyle and work patterns, physiotherapists will devise a treatment programme. Physiotherapists can also advise on how to arrange your work so that you have regular rest breaks. They may also discuss lifestyle factors such as stress, diet and exercise with you. Many physiotherapists are trained in ergonomomics and are able to visit your workplace to assess your workstation to ensure that you have the necessary equipment in order to maintain a good working posture.

RSI Action and RSI Support Groups
(www.londonRSIsupportgroup.org.uk)
An information desk will be available all-day to provide information on living with and managing RSI conditions. RSI Action is the only national charity working for the prevention of RSI and the support of RSI sufferers. RSI Action welcomes individual members, affiliation from trade unions and also support and interest from corporate bodies. Local RSI Support Groups are invaluable to new RSI sufferers, providing information on local medical services for diagnosis and treatment. More details here.