I'm starting to think I should take the advice of some of you and find another gig. Those that read my posts know I have developed a couple of trigger fingers. The last few nights it seems I've got the initial signs of carpal tunnel syndrome in my right wrist. Wake up with a numb/tingling thumb. Noticed today wrist is a little sore. A few have suggested stretching exercises and a wrist brace to wear while working and while sleeping.
Of course websites say the best way to prevent or stop CTS is to rest. Thats not possible in my sub-short office.
I mentioned my issues to my fellow RCA and she is having similar problems. Sore/numb arm/elbow and some shoulder/neck issues.
I guess thats what happens when working 50+ hours a week, 6 days a week for months on end.
We are in Texas and both of us are considering working for HEB. Supposedly their part timers get excellent benefits.
Its too bad because i'm not really a people person and like working alone. This job was perfect for me. I was hoping to do this another 12 years til I can start drawing my police pension and my IRAs, or maybe even longer to SS or medicare age. But its apparent that physically its just not going to happen.
The ARC position is available but there is no insurance so thats not really an option.
Does anyone know if I quit my RCA job am I eligible for COBRA even though I havent been on the job for a year?
Another option would be waiting til the end of May when I hit my 1 year mark. That would make me eligible for FMLA. I guess thats one way to take some time off.
But if I don't work I don't get paid. How do I pay for my insurance since its payroll deduction? Do they send me a bill?
I found something that has really helped me. (I finally stopped lurking so I could tell you about it!) In November the bones in the palms of my hands swelled and started hurting, just like my knuckles already were. I've been doing this job for 35 years, and wondered how I could keep working, taking this beating from Amazon.
I tried taking off 2 non-consecutive weeks, no help.
Started intermittent fasting, surprise, tremendous improvement! It's not starving or a diet, it's timed eating to get your body to make repair hormones.
You make more stem cells and 700 percent more human growth hormone.
It's FREE, you don't need to buy anything special.
Learned about it on YouTube from Dr Jason Fung.
(I wanted to avoid vein surgery, so I tried it, Veins feel better, but still need surgery)
I hope this helps you. If I do it 4 days/week, I can do my 46K with no pain.