Our second blog is on the ergonomics of the Mouse. Repetitive movements of the small muscles of the hand can cause them to be overused. Tired and overworked muscles can lead to discomfort, burning, tingling, numbness, pain, and Musculoskeletal Disorders of the hand, wrist, and forearm.
Tips on Mouse Use:
- Mouse height should be level with your elbow and forearm. There should be a 90-degree angle at the elbow with no reaching forward to the mouse. Keep your mouse as close to keyboard as possible.
- Elbows should be close to body.
- Wrists should be straight.
- Use the right size mouse. Mouse should comfortably fit in the palm of your hand without reaching or crunching up the hand/fingers.
- There are several different types of mousing solutions. For example, Vertical Mice allows individuals to keep their hand in a more neutral posture while moving the mouse from the shoulder. Trackballs utilizes larger muscle groups and a Rollerbar mouse requires less reaching if you have shoulder issues.
Hopefully, you found this educational blog beneficial. Please stay tuned for next week’s blog on other pitfalls and solutions.
Need Help?
If you are experiencing further difficulties or have an employee that needs some ergonomic assistance, please contact Nadine Russo at 905-743-7242 x2516 for information about our ergonomic consultations and assessments.
