Not sure what RSI you have, but way back in 1988 I had carpal tunnel syndrome.  It was a big ouchie!  This was back in the 'ice age' when they tried to haul you into the OR as soon as you mentioned any symptom vaguely resembling CTS.  But I will go to the ends of the earth to avoid surgery &amp; I did. NSAIDs, cortisone, splint &amp; more.  Finally I caved &amp; had the surgery.  I was in &amp; out of the hospital in less than 2 hours &amp; that afternoon went out to dinner.  No more CTS problems!  But, back to you, glad you are back here &amp; I hope your ouchie soon goes away.  Cute pic of Bella.