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Environmental and Health Concerns

For Teachers 7th - 8th
The idea behind this lesson plan is to introduce learners to the health and environmental issues related to the use of computers. The lecture should include topics such as tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome, but information is not...
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Kids Health: Repetitive Stress Injuries

For Students 9th - 10th
Repetitive stress injuries are a result of the overuse of a particular body part. This uncomfortable feeling can be treated and prevented. Learn what you can do in this article to avoid such an injury. Links to similar sites are also...
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Southern California Orthopedic Institute

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about orthopedics and related topics.
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Healthy Computing

For Students 9th - 10th
A wealth of well-organized information about computer-related health and ergonomics, such as proper posture, keyboard positioning, monitor placement, eye fatigue, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Plenty of practical tips for creating a safe...
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Kids Health: Repetitive Stress Injuries

For Students 9th - 10th
When a teenager overexerts him or herself, pain in the joints can often occur. The injuries usually take place at the ends of the bones where they grow. Check out this article to determine whether or not you're treating your bones...
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Kids Health: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

For Students 3rd - 8th
Have you ever heard of carpal tunnel syndrome? It is a condition that affects your wrist and fingers. Numbness and pain in these areas are results of carpal tunnel syndrome. Read more to learn about the causes of this syndrome, and how...
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Akron Children's Hospital

Akron Children's Hospital: Kidshealth: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

For Students 3rd - 8th
Carpal tunnel syndrome can make your hands feel numb and tingly. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Skeletal Health and Disorders

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson will help students to classify common disorders and injuries associated with the skeleton.
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Alexander Technique for Musicians

For Students 9th - 10th
A website which supports an alternative method that musicians can use to cope with the physical demands of their profession. Some of the information is designed for specific instruments and the voice.
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The Complete Guide to the Alexander Technique

For Students 9th - 10th
A website for learning about this alternative approach to coping with the physical demands that performers face. The site has a wealth of useful information and resources.
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Advance Chiropractic: Common Computer Related Injuries

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses common computer-related injures such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow, and how you can prevent these injuries from happening.
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Alexander Technique International

For Students 9th - 10th
The international website of the Alexander Technique, an alternative method of coping with the physical stresses that many performers encounter. Lots of resources, including a list of those who teach the method.