Earlier this year Coley invited Emil Pascarelli, M.D., co-author of Repetitive Strain Injuries, a Computer User's Guide, to UHS to speak to physicians.

UHS has also brought two speakers on RSI to weekly "grand rounds"--meetings which most physicians regularly attend in order to meet recertification qualifications.

Coley says UHS has also been working to heighten campus awareness about RSI in the hopes that students will make the necessary changes in their work habits to prevent RSI.

"People don't listen and pay attention if they feel completely well," Coley says, adding that he believes UHS has done well if a student with the early stages of RSI comes in because of outreach efforts.

As part of the RSI prevention effort, UHS created an RSI mousepad which describes proper typing posture and stretches to avoid strain on the upper extremities, Coley says.

UHS officials have also met with members of RSI Action and members of the GSAS administration to discuss further prevention efforts such as ergonometric work stations in campus computer labs.

Despite all of UHS' recent efforts to increase RSI awareness, both Hollis and Coley agree that more needs to be done.

"We're doing a fair amount, but I'm hoping that we will do more next year," Hollis said, mentioning plans for more workshops and media campaigns.