[Jewelry making - Article 00152] - Re: [Orchid] Is lapidary hard on the hands?

[Amy O'Connell]

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    more on lapidary, vibration, and hand problems: 

    My equipment does not vibrate excessively, and I don't have carpel
    tunnel, but I do have a very common circulation problem called
    Raynaud's Phenomenon. Lots of people have this and don't even
    realize it has a name. The most noticeable symptoms are "red, white,
    and blue" colors in the fingers and toes during a flair up,
    sometimes swelling, and sensitivity to cold. Cutting stones with
    warm water helps as well as not cutting on cold damp days. Vibration
    can also aggravate the problem. The good news is that it's a great
    excuse to live in Mediterranean climates like the Bay Area! 


Amy O'Connell
Amy O'Connell Jewelry
http://LapidaryArt.com



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