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Computer use has not really been shown to be a cause of carpal tunnel syndrome. However, it may be an aggravating factor in someone who already has a case of carpal tunnel syndrome or repetitive strain injury. There have been several studies that have shown no real coorealtion between the two, probably the best known one was from Harvard medical school.

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