Ergonomic Products and Services

It's important to remember that no gadgets can "fix" RSI or prevent it if damaging work setups and habits are occurring. Some "ergo" devices are ineffective or have low-tech alternatives that work just as well.

Having said that, it's also true that RSI may be prevented, or recovery aided by many small, modest improvements in ergonomics, especially if this is done early before you are in severe trouble. There are some potentially useful products advertised on the Web. Some are listed here. THEIR LISTING HERE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ENDORSEMENT BY ME: I list *any* such product brought to my attention and encourage you to read the RSI Page and other materials before pouring money into any ergo product. Also listed now are services related to RSI. Many of these companies include RSI information and further related Web links on their sites. 

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PLEASE NOTE THAT ITEMS ARE NOT LISTED IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE OR QUALITY: they are listed in the order that they came to my attention. Note also that products and companies undergo name changes or vanish, and I don't check this list for "link rot", so if any links don't work, drop me a line to let me know.

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ALSO: now available on line is a valuable document on Pros & Cons of various ergonomic office equipment. READ THIS before you buy.

In addition, Usernomics also lists categories of ergonomic products .

[Keyboards][Software] [Gloves, Supports][Ergo Services] [Legal Services] [Furniture][Miscellaneous]

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Keyboards & Pointers

• Acer Future Keyboard with touchpad
• NoHands Mouse foot-controlled mouse
• KEYBOARD CONTROL PEDALS by Bilbo Innovations, Inc. Includes information resources.
• Synaptics Touch Pad.
• RING-PEN™ .
• TelePrint Systems, Inc. makers of the Maltron Ergonomic Keyboard.
• GyroPoint® Desk 3D mouse.
• ITAC Systems MOUSE-TRAK
• Communication Intelligence Corporation Makers of Handwriter products.
• Origin Instruments Corporation The HeadMouse
• DataHand Systems alternative keyboard
• Alps Glidepoint Web page
• Infogrip, Inc. makers of BAT Personal Keyboard and other aids.
• Altera Micropoint mouse alternatives.
• Pace VG-101 ergonomic keyboard
• The Kinesis® Ergonomic Keyboard
• Wacom digitizing tablets.
• Mouse Escalator inclined mouse surface.
• The Stealth Footmouse
• Contour Design, Inc. , Makers of The Contour Mouse.
• Origin Instruments Corporation makers of the HeadMouse.
• Interlink Electronics, Inc. - VersaPoint & VersaPad.
• Cirque Corporation, the Glidepoint, PowerCat and other devices. Includes info on using these with your feet!
• Anir ergonomic mouse, a new joystick-like pointer.
• Keyovation ergonomic keyboards and mice. Also sell the Goldtouch mouse.
• Cyberlink Mind Systems, Inc. makers of the Brainfingers interface.
• X-O Genous mouse support.
• Darwin Keyboards makers of the SmartBoard - now taken over by Datadesk.
• Synapse Ergonomic and Alternative Pointing Devices
• Handykey Corporation, makers of the Twiddler.
• Interfaces keyboard/chair
• Silicon Valley Buss Co. makers of PC-peripheral-to-Macintosh adapters.
• The FootRat
• FreePen®
• MyKey keyboard/trackball
• The Keybowl™
• The Whale Mouse
• NaturalPoint trackIR hands free mouse
• Mousetrapper
• Mouse-IT mouse operational aid.
• Zero Grip two-handed mouse.
• Qtronix input devices
• A4Tech Anti-RSI keyboard
• Contour RollerMouse
• Senseboard™ Virtual Keyboard (VK)
• VKB Ltd. virtual keyboard
• 3m Renaissance Mouse
• Mouse Bridge
• The Quill™ mouse
• Magic Wand Keyboard
• Maui Innovative Peripherals, makers of the head-operated Cymouse and Miracle Mouse .
• Evoluent? VerticalMouse?
• The HalfKeyboard for computers and PDAs.
• www.spacemouse.com specialized motion controllers from Logitech
• Starfish Pointer 

Software

• Workrave , FREE work break/pacing for Linux and Windows.
• WORKPACE - software for OOS/RSI prevention and recovery (also available here.
• VoiSys International and distributes a complete line of Speech Recognition products.
• Mouse Odometer
• TALKING TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED
• S. SYSTEMS CORPORATION Makers of Time Out for Windows, also much good free information and exercise animations.
• IBM's free version of a voice command package can be downloaded by clicking here.
• ScreenPlay Screen saver w/ typing reminder.
• IBM Special Needs Home Page
• Articulate Systems PowerSecretary
• Coffee Break 3.0 Mac-only prevention software
• Vanity Software - Makers of Ergo Break software.
• Kurzweil Applied Intelligence, Inc. includes Voice for Windows and shareware VoicePad.
• MAGNITUDE™, LLC. Producer of ErgoSentry™, the ergonomic software tool.
• ErgoMinder prevention software
• Ergoware prevention software
• DeskEx Body Awareness System
• The Rossiter Programs.
• Oosie Micropause break reminder software w/ videos.
• FutureVision 20/20, Inc. workplace productivity software
• Origin Instruments Corporation makers of SofType On-Screen Keyboards and Dragger Autoclick.
• Ergo, Inc. software development company (self audits, educational, reminders, etc.)
• AimKeys .
• Berkeley Voice Solutions
• RSI Exercise Version 1.1
• Entropy Aoos 98
• MouseTool , software to eliminate mouse clicks
• (Earlier free version of MouseTool is here.)
• Virtual Ergonomics, makers of VERGO PERSONAL Virtual Ergonomist software package (free download version available.)
• Ergonomic Toolkit from DOWNLOAD.COM.
• Microsoft's accessibility aids.
• Free Software Toolkits from the Trace Research and Development Center.
• HotKeys software reduces keystrokes, has a free Lite version.
• Peak Technology makers of Kairos toolkit.
• Stretch Break
• Shareware Win95/98 mouse tools
• Shareware Win NT mouse tools
• StretchWare from Shelter Publications
• CyberStretch by Jazzercise
• Desktop Doctor ... an extensive package with "... physiologically correct exercises, a video library, ergonomic postural instruction, and internationally recognized verifiable tool and outcome testing protocols for self assessment and evaluation. "
• Macro Express ...cut down on keystrokes.
• EyeSaver
• VoiceGrip programming-by-voice system
• ErgoSenseTM reminds you to take a break and walks you through a series of low impact exercises
• CalliGrapher handwriting recognition
• Disability free/shareware for the Macintosh
• RestReminder (TM)
• Adynware corporation makers of Web Keyboard
• ErgoStreet intranet based computing comfort guide.
• Safetyatwork.com makes PauseMe™ and RemindMe™ break software.
• Corkboard free break software.
• MacBreakZ break/monitor software for Mac.
• ergonomix for Windows - same software as above, for Windows.
• Rsi-Master prevention software.
• Vision Pearls TimeClick
• The free demo version of "SoftClick" may be requested by e-mail message
• RSIGuard , includes AutoClick,BreakTimer,DataLogger,ForgetmeNots.
• Virtual Mouse
• Intes KeyChange key remapper.
• Perfect Keyboard keyboard macro & text replacement
• Lernout & Hauspie voice recognition
• RSI-Shield
• Easy Desktop Yoga
• The Ergo CD
• KeyQuencer macro software for Macintosh OS.
• Break Reminder from Chequers Software.
• MouseGrid a freeware utility program for use with voice recognition packages like Dragon NaturallySpeaking and ViaVoice.
• ActiveClick Automatically Clicks, Drags Content, and Makes you Stretch to Help Prevent RSI
• SoothSayer Word Prediction™
• Albion StopNow! Discreet RSI Break Reminder Software
• RSICover comprehensive ergonomic software to prevent Repetitive Strain Injuries
• Dasher Project keyless text entry
• Mouse Vision Inc. Cam2Pan software, CHEAP "head-mouse" system.
• Cafe Yoga relaxation software
• Shareware break reminders are here at download.com
• ClickMouse software
• David Brown's ergonomics resources and software.
• SmartMOUSE 2.0   Ergonomic Mouse Enhancement Software
• Tethys Solutions , Workspace Macro 4.0 and Launch-n-Go cut down on keyboard and mouse usage.
• QPointer HandsFree voice-controlled Windows usage.
• Hot Keyboard Windows keyboard macro software, save a lot of keystrokes
• QPointer VoiceMouse
• MouseVision, Inc
• Key Mouse Genie
• ActiveClick
• IntelliPointer
• Break Pal - break software / exercise program to get you in shape at your desk.
• Stress Buster ergonomic software for RSI prevention
• TurboErgo Software - assess ergonomics risk with ease
• Workplace Angel reminds you to have breaks, do stretches/exercises, gives advice how to organize your workplace.
• Nib & McNib & AirO2bic Mouse Software for gripless or clickless computing.
• AutoHotkey is a free open-source Windows utility for automating work with macros and hotkeys.
• Desk Trainer prevention software.
• Point-N-Click virtual mouse no-click mousing software.
• Sensory Software dwell-clicking software
• Desk Doctor, , "the program that detects, prevents, and rehabilitates RSI at your desk."
• Speech Recognition for Mac OS X
• GentleMouse click elimination software

Gloves, Splints, Supports, Etc.

• WristiesTM
• Better Hands Glove Products makers of the Sof*Brace.
• Imak Products has the Pil-O-Splint and SmartGlove, also good info on early intervention.
• Eco-Wristrest
• softFLEX Computer Gloves
• HANDWEL Support Gloves
• WRIST RIDERS (tm) by WRISTIES
• Compfort keyboard extender/support
• THERA-GLOVE®
• Waveco Waterbed for Your Wrists. WARNING:Do NOT follow the manufacturers suggestion of chilling this rest while typing. This can exacerbate an injury.
• MouseMitt Keyboarders(tm)
• Keyboarder typing gloves.
• Comfort Point soft, contoured, adjustable, gliding, wrist support for a Mouse or Trackball.
• Flolite fluid-filled wrist rests.
• Le Mitt™ a temperature regulated therapeutic cold pack.
• Launch Pad combination palm-wrist rest and rigid mouse pad, plus tips & info.
• The Freehand Brace
• the Alpha Glove (info by e-mail or phone 888 268 3900).
• CANOE CREEK REHABILITATION PRODUCTS, INC. , market the ARCH ASSIST and have other CTS info.
• Flex-Rest, Inc. ergonomic computer keyboard products
• TENDON BAND
• Ergonomic Pivoting Mouse Rest
• Ergowrist Ergonomic hand supports for mouse users
• Viziflex Seels, Inc. makers of CARPAL-EEZ and other related products.
• Clark Ergonomic Keyboard Caddy
• Thermotex™ Products (heating wraps)
• The Mousebar
• PClogic: Ergonomic PC Arm Rest
• Surf Board arm rest.
• PowerBoardTM Lap-Held Keyboard Platform
• LINDA LORRAINE GLOVES
• ErgoArm
• Slant Boards from Health by Design.
• Wrist-Mate inexpensive mobile mouse wrist support
• Mentor™ ergonomic exercise and bracing devices
• ErgoCat Hand Support System
• The Butterfly Board
• Surf Rx computer wrist support
• TensionAID®...
• ElasticCat arm support
• ErgoSpace Products
• The MouseBean mouse/wrist support
• ElastiCat
• Handaide wrist brace
• Ergoboard ArmRest ™
• Grip Wrap foam padding
• Tunnel Tech Brace
• http://www.flat-panel-mount.com/ flat panel and keyboard support technology
• The Safe-Zone Ergonomic Wrist Support
• AirFit Back Rest
• Tunnel Tech® Wrist Brace
• The Carpal Solution non-surgical treatment device
• Tush-Cush ergo seat cushion
• LapDawg adjustable notebook computer desk (see my review).

Ergo Services and Suppliers

• A.D.A. Solutions by WorkLink assistive technology, keyboards, software, more.
• Safe Computing - many products, also good info including RSI Network back issues.
• Micronite Inc. software-based solutions, reference books, ergonomics training and education.
• 21st Century Eloquence, Vendors of several voice recognition products, with good selection info.
• The Healthy Home Office
• Impacc USA Ergo information, services, products
• New England Computer Supply.
• M Office Ergonomics products.
• Proformix ergo products.
• DMB Ergonomics Kinesis Keyboards and other fine ergonomic products
• Mayline Group workplace ergonomics, furniture.
• Loving Life Corporation non-profit foundation dedicated to research and teaching in touch healing.
• Media Control Co. Inc Computer supplies, ergo info and equipment.
• Office Techniques, Inc.
• Bidinoff Marketing Inc. distributor of Ergotron computer workstations.
• Ergonomic Sciences Corporation
• Active Orthopaedics Inc. Orthopaedic, Prosthetic, Sport Injury & Healthcare Products
• EasyWorld International Inc. Ergo products cyberstore.
• The Relax the Back Stores/Web site has good information.
• R&D Ergonomics Inc. ergonomic aids for computer users and features economical forearm supports.
• The Minerva Institute educational resources for safety & health
• Onsight Technology Education Services
• The Rossiter Programs.
• "Effective Leadership in Human Performance and Ergonomics."
• ErgoWeb: the Place for Ergonomics
• Solutions for Humans a supplier of adaptive equipment for individuals with work-related injuries or, physical or visual impairments; catalog available.
• Professional Ergonomic Solutions
• Gem Ergonomics Human Factors and Ergonomics Consultants
• Synapse adaptive and assistive technologies
• Keyboard Alternatives & Vision Solutions, Inc.
• AliMed , major catalog and maker of ergo and adaptive products.
• Aquarius Back Care ... products for more than back pain.
• Speech Controlled Computer Systems Inc.
• Bio-Ergonomics/Alexander Technique
• VDT Solution ergonomic analysis, training, independent product analysis, and Risk Assessment software.
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome... Myths, Realities, Preventative and Corrective Physical Therapy Exercises Tape and book program.
• Virtuosity phone-based voice-activated secretary/info services.
• PERFORMANCE DYNAMICS® Inc. training for treatment of RSI.
• ErgoStreet intranet based computing comfort guide.
• ErgoOutfitters.com
• Triangle Associates Movement Retraining™ Programs, On-Site Ergonomic Evaluation,Basic and Applied Research & Development
• Worksafe Products
• Fentek Industries, Inc.
• Ask Ergo Works, Inc.
• ErgoCanada.com
• Osmond ergonomic office solutions
• The Body at Work Workplace wellness seminars and workshops
• ErgoStoreOnline
• Integrated Health Concepts products to assist in the rehabilitation of pain associated with muscles and joints.
• No Pain Computing information from Work Smart
• The Keyboard Company (U.K.)
• Ergocube "the charitable ergonomics company - staffed by volunteers, donate our proceeds to charity."
• Care-tek Ergonomics
• 1 Focus Medical Software, a National Reseller of Dragon Naturally Speaking Medical Transcription Software.
• Ergo Guys ergonomic and assistive living products
• TurboErgo - unique & innovative ergonomics products

Furniture

• Comprehensive list of work station makers
• Mead-Hatcher, ergo accessories & chairs
• Workplace Designs, Inc. Makers of an integrated chair/split keyboard.
• Ergoflex Sitting/Standing Tables
• Woodware Designs sells do-it-yourself plans for ergonomic furniture.
• Workstation Environments - makers of the Aptus workstation.
• Metamorphosis - reclining workstations, ButterflyBoards.
• The Bambach Saddle Seat
• Ergoflex system of workstation furniture.
• Ergo Desk
• WorkSpace Resources Design information, FAQs, Links and Product Resources of Ergonomic Computer Furniture Manufacturers and Distributors.
• NEUTRAL POSTURE ERGONOMICS, INC .
• EISYS - the EGO seating system.
• AKP, Inc. makers of the Adjustable Keyboard Podium
• Zackback Chair
• Biomorph Interactive Desk , ergonomically designed, height adjustable computer desks
• Chameleon Adaptive Furniture Systems, Inc.
• The Learning Station
• Interfaces keyboard/chair
• Office Organix
• Laptop Laidback reclining laptop support
• Biofit Engineered Products
• AirDesk
• The LapGenie laptop/reading support
• Bookholder & Computer Mate copy/reading holders
• EZ Book Clip
• Xybix high intensity computer environments
• Workrite Adjustable workstations
• Neutral Posture ergo chairs
• SIS Human Factor Inc. sit/stand workstations
• Ergo Mart
• Atlas Book and Copy Holders
• Book Valet book holder
• ADAS ergo furniture
• Ergotron furniture, computer stands

Legal Services

• Donald W. Fohrman & Associates, Ltd. includes much good RSI-related legal specifics and information.
• Friedman Law Offices
• California Applicant's Attorneys Association
• Schneider & McCormac
• Prarielaw.com legal info and resources
• West Legal Directory.
• LawGuru.com
• Law Office of Steven Feinstein
• The Consumer Information Service of the California Applicants' Attorneys Association
• The National Solicitors Network of the United Kingdom can help RSI sufferers connect with legal assistance.
• Workplace Injury Litigation Group
• directory of WC firms.
• Workmans' Compensation Legal Help
• FindGreatLawyers.com

Miscellaneous

• Pain Pages , source of the Pulsar infrapulser.
• RING-PEN™ .
• Richard Clark's Keyboard Viewer.
• Kate Montgomery
• Dr. Margaret A. Naeser's laser "acupuncture" treatment research.
• The Idea Factory makers of mouse & keyboard platforms and arm rests.
• NEWEYES Computer Glasses
• CURVWARE - gorgeous ergonomic flatware.
• The Back Companion™
• Flex-tend hand extensor exerciser.
• Stretching, Inc. ONLINE has many stretch-related tools, resources, info.
• The Wristiciser®
• Hand Health Unlimited and Finger Fitness program.
• Hand Health Resources with "Healthy Hands: a therapy-based, low-intensity, educational exercise and injury prevention program"
• Wrist Rx , "An easy-to-follow Self-Help Treatment Plan for CTS and other Repetitive Strain Injuries"
• Heaven Sent clothing and other women's items for pain-impaired persons.
• Chagnon Health Institute, with books and equipment for their Carpal Tunnel Massage Program .
• Hope on a Rope
• Sound Feelings, good info on simple secret reduces wrist pain in computer users
• GripMaster
• The EzGrip Pen
• Samsonite wheeled backpack saves beating up your neck/shoulder nerves with overloaded backpack.
• Say Goodbye to Tendinitis video.
• CatsPaw hand exerciser.
• Ergo Pen
• Washburn Technique and CTExerciser
• R.S.I.? Rx: Yoga! Video course
• Miracleballs, Inc.
• FLEXTEND therapeutic device
• Armaid therapeutic widget
• WristWand® stretching device
• BookGem
• ERGOPORT Australia ergo equipment supports and accessories.
• KeyMoves Training Program
• yoga video series Repetitive Strain Injury? Rx: Yoga!
• DG Industries ergo power tool accessories
• Thera Cane massage tool
• Intracell massage/exercise tools
• CT Cream™
• Julstro Technique, kit and video for healing approach.
• New Grip weight training "gloves"/accessories for strengthening, rehab.
• Crazy Colour Cards , compact reference of keyboard shortcuts for popular software.
• The Larson Arm Blaster exercise/rehabilitation device
• Founders Telecom Provider of Plantronics Headsets and Accessories
• Sylencer dictation mask for voice software users.
• Hot Rocks ® natural corn filled heat/cool 'paks'
• The Pressure Pointer trigger point massage tool. Site includes a pain reference chart.

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A list of catalogs for injured/disabled/handicapped aids, helps, devices:

Maxi Aids 800-522-6294 - low prices and lots of adaptive stuff for computers
ADL 800-821-9319
AliMed 800-225-2610 , now on the Web.
After Therapy 800-634-4351
Sammons Enrichments 800-323-5547

Thanks to Judy Copeland.

Also: North Coast Medical
187 Stauffer Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95125-1042
Phone Toll Free: 1-800-821-9319 or 408-283-1900

Aids For Arthritis

Independent Living Products

Functional Solutions

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