Hit 500 signatures folded for my first commission and my hands are killing me

I took on a project to hand-fold folios for a small poetry press in Boston, and my tally just passed 500 sheets. I didn't realize how much repetitive strain that would involve, even with a bone folder. What's your go-to method for preventing hand cramps during big folding sessions?

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wade_young861mo ago

Ever try those stress ball things? I keep one filled with rice on my desk for exactly this. Squeeze it for a minute between batches, weirdly helps.

susan_nguyen1mo ago

What's your setup like? I find taking a break every 20 minutes to stretch my wrists really helps.