Stretch Break Pro was created by a team of health care professionals with the aim of minimizing repetitive strain injuries (like Carpal Tunnel syndrome), reduce stress and improve ergonomic use of desktop computers and furniture. Each stretch session lasts less than three minutes and has a default of three stretch routines, which you can change. Virtual-reality models demonstrate the stretches on-screen, so you'll be sure to perform the stretches properly. Exercises include shoulder shrugs, wrist and finger presses, eyes around the clock, and 21 other movements. You can specify how often Stretch Break Pro kicks in and the number and duration of stretch exercises per break. When it's time to stretch, a message box pops up. You can start or stop the stretch break at any time.

This Pro version includes a Tracker program to monitor usage and allows you to choose which stretches you'd like to cycle through. Click on the Ergo Hints button for ideas and improvements to how you can relate ergonomically correct to your computer, desk, chair, lights, and so on. All of the stretches can be performed quietly from your chair (so you won't startle co-workers). Stretch Break Pro should not be used as a substitute to a qualified physician. Be sure to read the disclaimer. Companies would be wise to add this program to their ergonomic improvements and management program. In this update users can choose sequence and duration of stretches and can select the Standard Timer or the Smart Timer which monitors keyboard and mouse activity to determine the time to the next break. The program now plays music during breaks.