In his recent posts, Lance Ulanoff has been bashing ergonomics. Typically, I take in criticism of ergonomics quite calmly because, to a certain degree, I also doubt the extent to which ergonomics can change the course of a workday. Most … Continue reading
Ergonomics Resources: Keyboards and Mice
Feasibility of Changing Minds, Changing Habits
There are so many products labeled ergonomic; why is that? There are so many products but none have really taken off. Why is that? People sitting on balls as their main chair is newsworthy; why is that? The answer to … Continue reading
Ergonomics Vs. Aesthetics and Hello Kitty
It is often said by HCI experts and interaction designers that good design is good ergonomics. It has also been found that products that look better are easier to use. This Hello Kitty mouse misses the target on both design … Continue reading
Fingers Walk 16 Miles a Day; Where do They Go?
Phil Haack the software programmer says: At the end of an average eight-hour workday, the fingers have walked 16 miles over the keys and have expended energy equal to the lifting of 1 1/4 tons. -DataHand It’s unbelievable to me … Continue reading
Evolution of Input: Will We Ever Find the Perfect Mouse?
Interesting article today in the San Francisco Chronicle THE EVOLUTION OF INPUT Overall, the field of ergonomics is becoming a vast and confusing space, dominated by the likes of Kensington, Microsoft and the Swiss company Logitech. Ergonomic office products is … Continue reading
Battle of the Trackballs
I have been a fan of the trackball concept for several years since I bought my Logitech Marble Mouse. It is a great low cost ($20) ergonomic solution to the wrist pain associated with using traditional mice. What’s different about … Continue reading
Why The Mouse Causes RSI and How Keyboard Shortcuts Can Help
For several reasons, the mouse is the worst offender when it comes to computing injury. Repetitive Strain Injury occurs as a result of the cummulative effect of seemingly small actions carried out over a long period of time, eventually leading … Continue reading
GentleMouse Review: Ergonomic Software for RSI Relief
GentleMouse is an ergonomic software program that lets you perform everyday mouse commands simply by making small movements of the cursor over well-placed menu commands. I blogged about GentleMouse when the software was first released, but I had no first … Continue reading
Mouse Review: Microsoft’s Laser 6000
Extreme Tech reviewed the Microsoft Natural Wireless Laser 6000 mouse. Here are some excerpts about its ergonomics: Its large sculpted thumb groove and curved right- and left-click buttons help guide the right hand into a diagonal position. We say “diagonal” … Continue reading
Washable Keyboards and Mice
I just came across a company called Unotron that makes keyboards and mice that you can actually wash with soap and water in the sink! I never knew that such a thing was possible…why aren’t all keyboards washable? It just … Continue reading