Compared to the plain old keyboard that comes with most PCs, the Microsoft Natural 4000 ergonomic keyboard is a big improvement. The price tag is under 35 bucks – but you get what you pay for.
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A radical departure from “normal” keyboard designs, the Kinesis Advantage is not generally the first stop on one’s ergonomic journey. That’s okay because more moderate designs can work with great effect. If, however, other measures have failed, this may be a step you want to consider taking. Read on for my take after having used […]
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I’ve had a few months to use the Topo Standing Mat by Ergodriven. The company claims that its “patent-pending, calculated terrain” encourages frequent movement. Having written a bunch of patents in my day, what is unique enough to patent doesn’t immediately jump out at me. This mat has a bunch of ridges at different heights and […]
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Have you noticed that after a full day of work your arms, wrists, and hands are feeling dull throbbing, or sore? That is because at a normal computer with a regular mouse pad, or none at all, your hands are probably laying very flat against the surface of the desk. This is an unnatural position […]
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Years and years ago, when I had more time to work than money for office furniture, my first desk was a cheap little thing about the size of my lap. At that time I was just learning about ergonomics, and having more than a little trouble figuring out exactly how high my work surface should […]
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Are you one of the many typical zombie-fied cellphone-addicted people, connected in the modern digital world of emails, social media, and the internet? Nowadays, it’s difficult to pinpoint something that can’t be found, bought, or watched online, directly from our smartphone or tablet in the palm of our hands. With a whole list of possibilities […]
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Back and neck pain might be nothing new to you if you spend the better part of your days behind computers. What you may not know, however, is how bad it could get if your keyboard lacks ergonomic features. When you experience the following symptoms, take it as a sure sign that your workspace needs […]
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Updated August 2023 What’s the difference between a standard keyboard and an ergonomic mechanical keyboard, and why should you invest in the latter? Not only will you type (or game) faster, but a good quality ergonomic keyboard will keep your wrists healthy for longer if you spend hours every day on the keyboard. Imagine the […]
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Saddles have been serving different purposes for hundreds of years, but a lot has changed in that time. The same concept was used several years ago to develop the ergonomic saddle chair, a refined version that supports better posture, boosts productivity, and helps with back pain, neck pain, hip pressure, blood circulation, and more. Today, […]
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The world of sofas has endless options you wouldn’t think twice about ordering, but looks can be deceiving. It’s easy to buy a beautiful seat only for it to become a pain in the neck, back, waist, legs, or knees. Ever heard of an ergonomic sofa? That’s what your body deserves! These are sofas designed […]
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More people than ever work remotely nowadays, thanks in part to the covid pandemic. Maybe you are one of them and wish you had ergonomic tips with you. I wouldn’t blame you if you embraced this without thinking too much about workspace ergonomics. After all, the kitchen table and stool seemed to do the trick […]
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Let’s face it, sitting at a desk all day sometimes isn’t any fun. The experience is much worse for those who have to endure lower back pain and other sorts of discomfort, but you don’t have to suffer like that when there are plenty of adjustable chairs for standing desks. When used properly, these chairs […]
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