3M Ergonomic Mouse, Optical, USB/PS2 Compatible, Large Size, Black (EM500GPL) by 3M
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Digital camera reviews of 3M Ergonomic Mouse, Optical, USB/PS2 Compatible, Large Size, Black (EM500GPL)
Digital camera Review: Disappointing
Summary: 2 Stars
I purchased this mouse on the advice of others with work related RSI, and while ergonomically an improvement, I no longer have any access to scrolling. While the blurbs all claimed mac and linux compatible - what they really meant was some function in mac and linux as scrolling appears not to function. A huge disappointment for such a costly mouse.Digital camera Review: Does the job well enough, but a bit pricey for the quality
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this about two weeks ago and I am already feeling relief in my wrist and hand. Whereas I formerly could type for only a few minutes before the discomfort set in, I am now comfortable even after an hour.
My only gripe is the price and quality. It is simple and not especially durable looking. The laser on the bottom of the mouse allows you to move the mouse around by gliding it on your desk or mousepad. For $41.99 the craftsmanship is not especially impressive, it is in fact less durable and complicated than my regular laser mouse I used formerly.
One other thing: the pointer tends to fly across the screen at odd times, seemingly unprovoked, and the precision is less than with a normal mouse.
I was able to get used to it relatively quickly. In that sense, it was intuitive enough that adjusting to the new position did not in itself cause any discomfort.
I am also taking B vitamins, glucosamine and chondroitin, plenty of water, and occasional ice on my wrist to keep the swelling down. That, with this new ergonomic mouse, has really worked to drastically decrease the wrist and hand pain.
4 starts for effectiveness, only problem functionally is the precision (which is just fine 95% of the time) and 4 stars also for price. If not for price, I'd give five stars.
Digital camera Review: Excellent alternative to a tradional mouse
Summary: 5 Stars
This ergonomic mouse allows the hand to rest in a natural position, relieving the wrist and greatly reducing the need to use the index finger for clicking (which is one of the reasons I bought it).
It is shaped a bit like a joy-stick, so that one uses the thumb for left- and right-clicking (the button is on the top of the "joy-stick"), while a button further down the handle allows for double-click and scrolling. This button is sufficiently long to be operated by either the index, middle finger or ring finger (or all together).
I am quite satisfied, and would certainly recommend it for someone with wrist pains or pain in the index finger.
Digital camera Review: Excellent mouse, better than MS Natural
Summary: 5 Stars
I have wrist pains due to RSI and used a MS Natural mouse at work for about 1 1/2 years but wanted to try something different. After using this mouse for a few months I can tell that it is a much more natural wrist position that doesn't require as much small muscle tension to use. It forces you to use the larger muscles in your arms and forearms to operate it. It seems like it would be awkward to use looking at it, but I was used to it in a matter of hours. The buttons are also very easy to operate. I would highly recommend it to anyone with wrist and hand issues.Digital camera Review: Excellent! I've used it for years!
Summary: 5 Stars
I love the 3M Ergonomic Mouse! It has helped to eliminate the pain I was having in the back of my hand. Add the Microsoft Natural Keyboard to create a truly ergonomic environment for your hands.