I learned several years ago after acquiring tennis elbow from a lap top computer (not using an external mouse) for large statistical report and working on a lace project that I had to learn to be more careful. My physical therapist stated to me to try to move every 20-30 minutes. Stand up and move, go get a drink, go outside for a breath of fresh air, let the dogs outside, etc - which helps the eyes, hands, elbow, legs and back.
With weather permitting - I have found sitting outside in the shade in an Adirondack chair (I have a wide pillow that will sides will sit on the arms of the chair) is very comfortable because the knees are higher than the butt and the lace work is even with my elbows. The additional plus is the natural lighting is excellent! Inside, I use a dining room chair with a high back that support my lower back properly with an adjustable lace table. I try to move my floor lamp around to the right angle so I do not have to bend to see the pin holes. I use the sofa table at my side for my pattern holder. I also vary this if I am using the standard round pillow - by sitting on my sofa with a stool to put one foot up on the stool at a time - alternating every few minutes. I had a lower back injury due to a car hitting my car in the rear. So flexing the lower back by changing leg positions is helpful. I also find that when I do my daily walking for 30-60 minutes every day, sitting for an hour or two working on lace is not as difficult. Chris Brill-Packard, Cleveland, Ohio area - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
