Comments on: The importance of ergonomics http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com/the-importance-of-ergonomics/ Microsoft Hardware creates the mice, keyboards, LifeCams and gaming peripherals that make working, playing and staying connected on your PC easier. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:38:09 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.3 By: Kevrel http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com/the-importance-of-ergonomics/#comment-942 Kevrel Sun, 30 Oct 2011 10:41:10 +0000 http://microsofthardwareblog.com/?p=541#comment-942 Wowza, porlbem solved like it never happened. Wowza, porlbem solved like it never happened.

]]> By: Hardware Team http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com/the-importance-of-ergonomics/#comment-522 Hardware Team Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:29:38 +0000 http://microsofthardwareblog.com/?p=541#comment-522 @Zoe We spoke with Dan and he suggested this: There are some programs, like RSI guard, that allow you to avoid clicking by auto-clicking when a mouse hovers over the same spot long enough. There are also some suppliers that provide foot pedals that work as mouse clicks. Both of those approaches are pretty extreme, though, and will likely slow you down. There are other products that alter your posture, or let you click differently (such as some trackballs) that also may be worth checking out. @Zoe We spoke with Dan and he suggested this: There are some programs, like RSI guard, that allow you to avoid clicking by auto-clicking when a mouse hovers over the same spot long enough. There are also some suppliers that provide foot pedals that work as mouse clicks. Both of those approaches are pretty extreme, though, and will likely slow you down. There are other products that alter your posture, or let you click differently (such as some trackballs) that also may be worth checking out.

]]> By: Hardware Team http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com/the-importance-of-ergonomics/#comment-521 Hardware Team Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:26:16 +0000 http://microsofthardwareblog.com/?p=541#comment-521 @sal cangeloso We received feedback from Dan and he suggested the following: Keyboard trays really depend on your setup. If your desk is too high and is not adjustable, they can be a great way to lower your keyboard. But, they are usually not necessary if your desk is at the proper height. As a rule of thumb – you typically want your keyboard to be at about seated elbow height. @sal cangeloso We received feedback from Dan and he suggested the following: Keyboard trays really depend on your setup. If your desk is too high and is not adjustable, they can be a great way to lower your keyboard. But, they are usually not necessary if your desk is at the proper height. As a rule of thumb – you typically want your keyboard to be at about seated elbow height.

]]> By: Paro http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com/the-importance-of-ergonomics/#comment-519 Paro Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:12:01 +0000 http://microsofthardwareblog.com/?p=541#comment-519 Is it necessary that there should be no gap between your hand and the mouse for the ergonomics to work effectively? I have a rather large hand and even the Explorer Mouse does not fit me. Is it necessary that there should be no gap between your hand and the mouse for the ergonomics to work effectively? I have a rather large hand and even the Explorer Mouse does not fit me.

]]> By: Zoe http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com/the-importance-of-ergonomics/#comment-518 Zoe Sun, 15 Aug 2010 22:23:53 +0000 http://microsofthardwareblog.com/?p=541#comment-518 I play a lot of games on the computer and now my wrist is starting to hurt. Is there a mouse program available that would work without clicking? I play a lot of games on the computer and now my wrist is starting to hurt. Is there a mouse program available that would work without clicking?

]]> By: sal cangeloso http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com/the-importance-of-ergonomics/#comment-517 sal cangeloso Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:51:30 +0000 http://microsofthardwareblog.com/?p=541#comment-517 Nice post Dan. I have the same Ikea desk and up until recently I was using the same Natural 4000 keyboard. I'd love to read more about MS Hardware's thoughts on ergo keyboards, "comfort keyboards", and the future of the Natural line. Also, as for a desk like that- think a keyboard tray would help with the ergonomics? Must have or overrated accessory? Thanks! Nice post Dan. I have the same Ikea desk and up until recently I was using the same Natural 4000 keyboard. I’d love to read more about MS Hardware’s thoughts on ergo keyboards, “comfort keyboards”, and the future of the Natural line.

Also, as for a desk like that- think a keyboard tray would help with the ergonomics? Must have or overrated accessory?

Thanks!

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