See this pain-free elbow? This could be you! Katie Notopoulos / Business Insider Getting a dedicated elbow pad for my desk was a huge comfort upgrade. Before, my elbow often hurt when I leaned it on my desk for hours while typing. Now? Baby, I'm in heaven! I'm a caring person, so allow me to care for you: You should get yourself an elbow rest pad for your desk. Trust me on this. It doesn't really matter which one — you can get a variety of colors/options on Amazon, or Staples, or wherever you