RSI from hedger controls

[oakleaf]

Having my hand constantly clasped around the joystick of the hedgecutter was never an issue before , but this year am suffering from fingers being really stiff even after a short time . Not much can be done about it or is there ?

 

[Lofty1984]

Have you got the controls mounted slightly different if they are on the seat arm rest for example is it set too high so your arm is in an awkward position causing bad circulation ? I get a similar thing if I have my sleeve pulled up restricts blood flow and my hand gets pins and needles

 

[oakleaf]

Have you got the controls mounted slightly different if they are on the seat arm rest for example is it set too high so your arm is in an awkward position causing bad circulation ? I get a similar thing if I have my sleeve pulled up restricts blood flow and my hand gets pins and needles

No its in the same position as other years but perhaps its not best positioned. Dont have it on the armrest but just beside it. Possibly not the most ergonomic long term , I dont know. Just doing longer hours on it this year.

 

[James]

Having my hand constantly clasped around the joystick of the hedgecutter was never an issue before , but this year am suffering from fingers being really stiff even after a short time . Not much can be done about it or is there ?

I had to change from cable controls due to the pains in my fingers and wrists right up to my elbows

 

[Robt]

Could be simple as... Are you drinking enough water? dehydration is a hidden issue so often in farming in aircon cabs

 

[oakleaf]

Could be simple as... Are you drinking enough water? dehydration is a hidden issue so often in farming in aircon cabs

Will be easy to try that out anyway. l do bring a litre with me each day but often throw half out when l get home. No aircon here to worry about at least .