An assistive technology specialist at the heart of the battle to prevent office workers suffering RSI has held the first workshop of its kind in the region.

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) develops as a result of repetitive movements when using a computer keyboard and mouse.  Forceful movements on the keyboard, awkward or static posture and insufficient recovery time add to the combination of factors.

This month the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) urged government and employers to take greater steps to protect workers in all industries from repetitive strain injury (RSI).

A pilot programme developed in conjunction with The Wilberforce Trust Charity and the RNIB is being launched this month to help people with sight problems.

"Keytools probably have a broader range of keyboard and mouse alternatives than any other supplier in the UK, including a number of 'exotic' devices which can be just what a disabled student needs."

With Dragon NaturallySpeaking from Keytools you can talk to your computer and watch words quickly appear in documents, e-mails, instant messages and even surf the web simply by speaking!

It is estimated that 25%* of keyboards carry MRSA which kills 5,000 people each year in the UK.

The Health and Wellbeing @ Work show is now in its second year and the Keytools team will be on hand once again to demonstrate the best in ergonomic desktop products.

In an industry first, Firebrand Training has won the Institute of IT Training (IITT) Training Company of the Year award for the third consecutive year.

The Bett show has reached its 23rd year, and is as vibrant as ever, with 28,798 visitors from all over the UK, and a good sprinkling too from Europe, and as far afield as India and Canada.