If you google "ergonomic mouse Colorado Springs", the results will certainly point to a company calles Ergonomic Resources. This company deals with all kinds of ergonomic devices, offering the best deals for its customers. They are very good professionals, so they work under direct supervision of Susan Johnson Melat, who is a Certified Hand Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Certified Vocational Evaluator, and an Ergonomic Consultant. The titles of Dr. Johnson are impressive, but this shows her capacity to offer consulance and guidance in such matters related to ergonomics. The final and most important purpose of this company is to produce a big variety of ergonomic products that can help people suffering from certain illnesses. Besides being a really noble ideal of helping people, it is also very profitable, as they offer high quality products and the fact that they are recommended by a remarkable doctor helps their image and business.

Because most of their customers come from the people working on the computer all day long and they are most likely to have internet access, the company also created a web page www.ergonomicresource.com, where you can see all the products and accessories made by this company. You can also make online orders and credit card payments, without the trouble of getting up from your desk and going out in a specialized store. You can choose from several categories of ergonomic products, such as: keyboards, computer mice, streching software, arm supports, chairs and accessories. However, we are only interested in computer mice for the time being.

The offer of computer mice is not that wide, only 9 mice . They are all ergonomic, of course, and highly recommended by a certified doctor. If you want more proof than that, there are also reviews made by the people who used these products. These reviews are also available for reading in a special section on the official site of the company. Every computer mouse is briefly described, but from the ergonomic point of view, not from the point of view of the manufacturer as you were used to on other web sites for computer goods. The section called "Computer mice" presents the following models of computer mice: Slim Bar Mouse, 3M Rennaissance Vertical Mouse, Evoluent Vertical Mouse (with the left-handed, right-handed and wireless versions), USB Wireless Optical Mouse Cordless, Contour Perfit Mouse, Roller Mouse Pro, Ergo Trackball TM - Ergonomic trackball,  Cordless mouse and finally Trackpad Pro Ergo Ball.

Let's take one computer mouse model at a time and try to describe its ergonomic features and let you be the judge if these are reaaly good ergonomic devices and if you would purchase them.



1. Slim Bar Mouse -is really innovative, as nothing reminds you of the old-fashioned normal computer mouse. It looks like a smaller and shorter keyboard with seven programmable buttons. It works in front of the user, and not on the side, like the others, and this is proven to be the best position of the body. So you can use the mouse while typing on the keyboard; you don't have to stretch your arms so that you can use the computer mouse next to the keyboard. You can keep the hands in the work zone. It can be used by both left-handed and right-handed people. It is rather small in size, in order to avoid taking too much space and it has a descdendant angle, ideal for ergonomics. It does not need additional software, just plug it in and it is ready to work. The buttons are made of a soft rubber material and is very nice to touch. It is usually back and it is compatible with Mac and Pc.



2.3M Rennaissance Vertical Mouse - Looks like a joystick but it's really a mouse. Now vertical computer mice are considered better from the ergonomic point of view, as they allow the hand to rest in a comfortable position, the so called "handshake position". The bottom side of the palm rests on the pad that is incorporated in the mouse. The two buttons used for right and left click are situated on top of it and it can be operated with the thumb. The other buttons are at the back of the mouse and you can click them with the tips of your fingers. This futuristic ergonomic mouse helps your whole arm to rest, not only your hand. No more tension in the elbow or shoulder. It is highly recommended for people with carpal tunnel syndrome and other injuries caused by computer overuse.


3. Evoluent Vertical Mouse - this is said to be the most advanced computer mouse ever invented. It certainly is ergonomic and the effect on the hand can be seen on the picture above. When you use this mouse the tendons and the muscles stay in a neutral position . They do not bend and twist like in the case when you use a regular mouse. The Evoluent mouse ia designed to follow the natural shape of your hand.


4. USB Wireless Optical Mouse - is smaller than regular computer mice and is ideal for laptops and notebooks. It fits perfectly in the palm of your hand and you can use it by making natural moves that do not require force and tension in the muscles. It is very easy to use, just plug in the receiver and you can already use it. It has a long battery life and 800 dpi sensitivity, it also works up to 2 metres away from your computer.


5. Contour Perfit Mouse - follows the contour of your hand perfectly. That is why it is made on sizes, just like gloves or shoes. Measure your palm from the wrist to the tip of the middle finger and you will find the one that fits you. Of course it is ergonomic and perfect for every person to use.

6. Roller Mouse Pro - The programmable buttons and the scroll avoid the repetitive movements which cause RSI . In fact it is a roller mouse incorporated in a keyboard. It is easy to use and offers the body and the hands a comfortable position.




7. Ergo Trackball - nice, good-looking and at the same time ergonomic. It follows the shape of your hand and wirst offering maximum comfort. The three buttons and the track ball offer enough operations to control any computer. The track ball also allows a higher sensitivity and preciseness. It reacts instantly to your finger or thumb movement.


8. Cordless mouse - looks like a remote control, but in fact is a wireless mouse. It's the only computer mouse that works in the air up to 2 metres distance. Uses radio frequency and is light and very ergonomic.



9. Trackpad Pro Ergoball - All the benefits of a sensitive and responsive track ball are now added to the comford of a gel wrist rest for both hands. This relieves the pain and the pressure put on the nerves and tendons situated in the wrist. So the main cause of the carpal tunnel syndrome and other RSI is no longer a problem.



As preventing is better and easier than healing, get one before you have such an illness.