What is the best way to use the keyboard which will prevent wrist injuries?

How can you prevent wrist injuries from using the keyboard. What is the proper technique to use to prevent wrist injuries.

what about the allignment of your wrists? Does anybody have a link that explains everything?

I have my keyboard lower than the hands for typing=it helps me

You can get special arm/wrist rests that sit just touching the nearest edge of the keyboard to you. They are really soft, and definantly to the trick. I don't see so many in shops, so it's best to buy online.

Type with your toes.

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shoulders relaxed.
elbows at 90 degrees,
wrists straight/level.
Arms angles together slightly. The split keyboards are good, if you can tolerate them.

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