Video about the Stand Up Desk Kit There I sat on a typical afternoon, at my desk, having come back from a lunch of burgers and fries; the software engineer’s diet. A passer-by may have thought I was working, but … Continue reading
Ergonomics Resources: Product Reviews
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Almost everyone searches for free medical advice online. Whether you suffer from an ongoing condition such as lower back pain or carpal tunnel syndrome, or maybe you just have a question about that strange growth on your toe, you may … Continue reading
Getting around the city easier WITHOUT a car
I don’t know how many of you readers live in a city (but I suppose I could easily figure that out thanks to Google Analytics) but I stumbled upon an interesting innovation: Its called the MagicWheel. I’ve read studies (and … Continue reading
Why the iPhone just straight up stinks…(but will still sale butt loads)
Reading this review (Tom Yager @ InfoWorld) really drove me to a “final” conclusion on the iphone. (Please keep in mind that I’m really looking at this from a human-computer interactions (HCI) perspective as that is the scope of this … Continue reading
Ergonomics is all about equipment
I’m not putting that title down lightly. Check this study out. EXEC Summary: proper ergonomic training is not enough to gain significant improvements in employee standards of working or general productivity. Now check this article. EXEC Summary: posture affects productivity … Continue reading
New Logitech Laptop Stands and a Cool New Contributor!
I’ll start with the new contributor since that’s me and I love talking about myself. Adria asked me to join the Ergonomenon team to help deepen some of the great posting that’s been going on, help reach out to all … 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
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
Best and Worse Mice of the Year
Results of ExtremeTech’s Ultimate Mouse Smack-Down Full Article Best General Mouse: Logitech MX Revolution Logitech unloaded a bombshell when it released “the world’s most advanced mouse.” We looked past the marketing jargon, gave it a long test drive, and concluded … Continue reading