BlackBerry Thumbs Beware of The Xtensor
July 23rd, 2008 by Joanna Stern 
Do you suffer BlackBerry thumbs or textingitis? Is your wrist aching from constant mouse and keyboard use? The Xtensor has the geek relief you need.
Excuse the infomercial-sounding introduction, but it was just too good to resist. The Xtensor, or the Fingermaster, as we are calling it internally, arrived in our offices yesterday. The “exercise device” is supposed to help people recover from BlackBerry thumb or other wrist or hand injuries, and it both strengthens and rehabilitates.
This Terminator-esque contraption straps around the wrist, while individual rubber strings slide onto fingertips to provide resistance. We could describe the glove for hours, but we suggest you check out our “exercise ” video below to see it in action.
The Xtensor—like your type-happy fingers—comes at a cost. $39.95, to be exact. Has our workout video convinced you to buy one?
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July 24th, 2008 at 10:29 am
I think this would actually work!
July 24th, 2008 at 1:32 pm
This is a great idea! I can’t wait to try one of my own.
July 24th, 2008 at 5:06 pm
huh it looks like it would strenthen your grip and wrist. Yes i will take two.
July 28th, 2008 at 2:48 pm
If it works GREAT! However mixed thoughts on if it will work or not. As a side note, horrible name “Xtensor”.
July 29th, 2008 at 10:32 pm
I’m into it.
September 10th, 2008 at 10:13 am
I’ve gotten one. But the finger band keeps snapping. I’m left with two bands now.
Wonder why this is happening. Anyone has the same problem?