Mouse |
- The mouse is positioned too far away from the keyboard when being used.
- User reports fatigue, discomfort or pain in mousing hand/arm.
- Mouse is gripped too tightly by user.
- Gripping the mouse whilst not using it.
- The mouse size is inappropriate for the user.
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- The mouse should be positioned directly to the right or left hand side of the keyboard. Line the top of the mouse pad with the top edge of the keyboard as a visual cue to correct placement.
- Mouse operation can be moved from left-handed to right handed use to minimise strain on the one hand. Ensure that button on the right side of the mouse is always used for primary functions by clicking on start (bottom left side of screen), selecting mouse and changing button configuration to switch primary and secondary buttons. The mouse may also be customised in this area including double click speed, pointer speed and scrolling.
- Hold the mouse gently when moving it over the mouse pad or desk.
- Take the hand off the mouse at frequent intervals.
- Choose a mouse that fits the user’s hand but is as flat as possible to reduce bending the wrist.
OPTIMAL MOUSE POSITION:
Sit back in the chair, relax arms then lift the mousing hand up, pivoting at the elbow, until the hand is just above elbow level. The mouse should be positioned somewhere around this point. |