Ergonomic Mouse Fundamentals

The primary purpose of an ergonomic computer mouse is to relieve hand tension and prevent serious long-term health risks, namely Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI). Many of us use computers on a daily basis and it is hard to ignore the fact that very few computer workstations are ergonomically correct. It is extremely important to take [...]

Evoluent Vertical Mouse

The now famous Vertical Mouse by Evoluent is a truly unique ergonomic computer mouse. Its patented sideways “handshake” design puts the users wrist and arm in the proper ergonomic position. This position prevents arm twisting which is one of the main causes of forearm pain and strain.
It definitely takes some time to get used to [...]

Humanscale Switch Mouse

The Humanscale Switch Mouse is an innovative mousing solution that boosts comfort and reduces the risk of injury. To your left is a video presentation comparing the Switch Mouse to an ordinary computer mouse. This groundbreaking peripheral device integrates two major innovations - a V-shaped base, which puts the wrist and forearm into a natural [...]

3M Ergonomic Mouse

This ergonomic computer mouse by 3M is another oldie but goodie. Its been around for quite some time and since it’s manufactured by a well-known, respectable brand many studies have been done to prove its effectiveness. The concept of the design of this mouse is similar to the Evoluent, being that it features a [...]

Zero Tension Mouse

The Zero Tension Mouse was designed a few years ago by Dr. Michael Leahy. Its primary purpose is to relax all the muscle groups that cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and other repetitive stress injuries. The idea behind this ergonomic mouse is if the muscles in your body that you normally use with a standard mouse [...]

Introduction to Ergonomic Computer Mice

An ergonomic mouse is one of the top 3 most important aspects of a highly ergonomic workstation. Along with ergonomic chairs and ergonomic keyboards, an ergonomic mouse can drastically improve comfort and productivity while computing. Ergonomic mice are designed to position your hands in a more natural posture, thereby minimizing the risks of long-term damage [...]