3M Ergonomic Mouse, Optical, USB/PS2 Compatible, Small Size, Black (EM500GPS)
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Customer Review: Tee-rific! relief
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this mouse. I thought I was a die-hard user of the usual (flat, palm-fitting) mouse, until my forearm and elbow began aching any time I used my computer. It was kind of a no-brainer to figure out that my hand position on my mouse was all wrong. I needed something different. A better mouse trap? (Sorry.)
What a difference. This mouse brings about near-instant relief for painful mousing. It is just tremendous. And it doesn't take all that long to get used to either. After the second day, I was pretty comfortable with it and now, I just love it.
I see no differences between this and regular (palm) mouses. I miss the scroll wheel, but the functionality of the trigger on this ergonomic mouse (instead of the wheel) is more accurate and you can scroll horizontally on Web pages.
All in all, I highly recommend this if you're at your computer for any length of time, as I am. My job requires me to be here for 6 to 8 hours a day, so you can bet I need everything I can get my hands on (pun intended) to decrease ergonomic stress. Good luck!
Customer Review: Great relief!
Summary: 5 Stars
This mouse is great. Better than the EvoulantEvoluent Right-Handed VerticalMouse 3 - Mouse - optical - 5 button(s) - wired - USB - black, silver which doesn't support your hand, you have to squeeze it constantly. Also cheaper (especially on Amazon) than Evoulant, QuillErgonomic Quill Mouse Pc and Mac Left Hand White or Zero Tension Mouse. My wife has one at work and I have them on both home computers. They prevented emerging problems for her and allowed me to work on the computer with my dominant hand before, during and after treatment (O.T.) for hand, wrist, arm, elbow problems. If you don't get an ergonomic mouse that supports your hand, you may be solving only part of your problem. I would recommend it even for people who are not having problems - mousing is so much more comfortable and natural (after the learning curve).
Only negative is not wireless.
Customer Review: Great mouse, well worth the price....
Summary: 5 Stars
We've had it for about 2 years and it has held up better than any other mouse I've had. It has fallen (kids/dog) about 50-100 times onto the wood floor and still works fine. Build quality seems plenty solid.
My wife and I both love this mouse, but it might not be great for precision work. She holds in the way it was intended, but I tend to raise my hand above it and use my index finger on the trigger. Still it is doing what it is supposed to...keeping me from putting pressure off my wrist.
There are a few times when you might need a standard mouse (for example when you have to press both buttons at ones). We also have a standard wireless mouse hooked up at the same time, so if I need to switch, I can. This is probably a good idea for those whose hand eventually gets sore on the 3m mouse....they can switch back and forth between the two to avoid repetitive stress issues. It also might not be a great mouse for someone who does lots and lots of clicking.
Customer Review: One of a Kind
Summary: 5 Stars
I must add my praise to the others who have reviewed this mouse. It is the only mouse quite like it. After spending a lot of time trying to find something similar, I bought this due to the reviews of others on Amazon, and I have no regrets. It took much less time to get used to it than they suggest - by the end of the first day it felt comfortable. In addition to the pain in my wrist, I had a problem with my index finger from an injury a long time ago. By placing the mouse button for the thumb, this thing is a life-saver! The shape truly is ergonomic. I thought I would miss the scroll wheel, but by squeezing the grip trigger you are able to get the same effect. The only thing is that it is only for us right-handed people. The plastic has a somewhat "cheap" look, but it works great. As an optical mouse, you need to use it on something with color differentiation (I have to use a mouse pad because my desk is a solid color), so I hope 3M comes out with a laser model.Customer Review: saves your wrist
Summary: 5 Stars
I have used this strange looking mouse at work for several years and it makes it possible to go through the whole day without my fingers getting numb. Last year, I got a new Mac and it came wiht the wireless mouse. After trying it for several months, I noticed that my wrist starting hurting about 15 minutes into using the Mac. I checked to see if the renaisnce mouse was still available. When I saw it was, I immediately ordered. Now, the pain has gone away at home as well as at work. The mouse has its own wrist-rest and you simpy move you whole arm (just a little). Doesn't take long at all to get used to it. Plugged in to usb port, Mac recognized immediately and in business. I've tried ball mice, wireless and other types and this is the only one that doesn't hurt after a short time. Try it and you will be pleasantly surprised.