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Ergonomic Computer Equipment and Preventing Repetitive Strain Injuries

An injury of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems that may be caused by repetitive tasks, forceful exertions, mechanical compression or sustained or awkward positions is commonly referred to as a repetitive strain injury, or RSI. This term is most often used to refer to patients in whom there is no clear and objective pathophysiology that corresponds with the pain complaints which include excruciating pain in the arm, back, shoulders, wrists, hands or thumbs; radiating pain that is typically spread over many areas of the body; pain that is worse with activity; and a sense of weakness and lack of endurance. Most RSI is believed to be caused by an inattention to ergonomic care while driving, working in front of computers, or while engaged in activities that require prolonged use of the hands, wrists, back, neck or other body areas.

Ergonomics is the study involved with designing devices and equipment that correctly fit the human body, its movements and its cognitive abilities. The relevance of ergonomics in the design of safe furniture and easy-to-use interfaces to machines and equipment is never more evident than when fulfilling the goals of health and productivity. Proper ergonomic design is absolutely necessary to help avoid and/or aggravate RSI and other kinds of disorders, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, DeQuervain's syndrome, stenosing tenosynovitis/trigger finger/thumb, intersection syndrome, golfer's elbow, thoracic outlet syndrome, tennis elbow and focal dystonia. Long term disabilities can ensue from any of these maladies and adversely affect the bottom line of both the worker and workplace.

Optimize human well-being and overall performance with these great ergonomically designed computer products from Rehabmart. Perfect for either the workplace or home office, productivity has never felt more comfortable!

       The Goldtouch Split Keyboard offers proven ergonomics in its innovative design; a Cornell University research study showed an 80% reduction in discomfort among participants who used this ergonomic split keyboard. While most keyboards are flat and can create problems for hands and wrists, especially when used for several hours a day, the Goldtouch allows the user to determine the height and angle that works best for their unique hands and wrists. Adjust the standard QWERTY keyboard in seconds, easily and securely with the locking ball and socket latch mechanism. Create separation and tenting of the alphanumeric sections to suit your own individual requirements, while a larger space bar allows for simpler thumb use.

       Minimize neck and eye strain with this Ergonomic Sliding Copy Holder. Constructed of durable Plexiglas, this patented  Vu Ryte™ Copy Holder puts your documents directly in front of the computer monitor, eliminating the shifting of eye focus back and forth from the documents to the screen, and minimizing awkward, repetitive and tiring eye and neck movement. Fully adjustable in height, depth and angle, this holder also slides to the slide for easy access.

       If you're looking for an ergonomic keyboard and mouse platform that can retrofit diagonal corners or curved desks, the WorkRite Banana-Board Keyboard and Mouse Platform is perfect for you. This unique platform fits most workstations and work surfaces including straightaways, diagonal corners 12 inches or wider, and curved corners 12 inches or larger in radius. Constructed of Ultra-Thin™ composite plastic, the height separation from keyboard to mouse is only a mere 1/4 inch, with the mouse slide creating the Mouse-Forward™ position for improved ergonomic comfort and performance. Adding only 1 inch of height under the monitor, and featuring integrated cord management and a 'Mouse-Trap' that keeps the mouse in place, this contemporary, hi-tech style platform looks great while providing constant ergonomic benefits that never stop.

       Enjoy ergonomic comfort when you use your laptop computer with the Portable Laptop Station from Rehabmart. This lightweight portable station positions the keyboard and elevates the screen to enhance improved head and shoulder posture, while the adjustable-height wrist pad accommodates varying thicknesses of different laptops. The unique wrist and palm support conforms to the body's natural contours with Jel-Rite Fill, a thermal-reactive memory gel foam that softens with body heat for a perfectly conforming fit. The laptop screen is raised 6 inches from the work surface to create 30 degrees of tilt.

Carol Koenigsknecht,
Medical Consumer Editor
Content & Social Media Services
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Hulet Smith, OT
Rehabmart Team Leader & CEO