In a message dated 3/23/00 4:33:59 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<<So far, I've only got two against feet. Anybody else got an opinion?>>
A forward tilt (meaning toward the user) on a keyboard definitely increases
the chance of developing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, according to a great deal of
literature. As has been mentioned elsewhere, the ability to tilt the keyboard
in the other direction is not only beneficial, but can also help reduce the
symptoms amongst individuals who already suffer from this problem, and
especially touch-typists. There are a number of products on the market that
help realign the hand/wrist angle when typing, not the least of which are the
various elongated keyboard pads, and especially the gel-filled ones. There
are also special mouse pads with built-in wrist supports to help with that
device's operations, as well as a variety of products that support the
forearm in a higher position.
As David has pointed out, there are several kinds of keyboard drawers that
provide this tilt capability as well, and a number of manufacturers also
provide more robust keyboard trays or shelves that not only tilt, but whose
elevation can be adusted also. For some individuals, this can make a critical
difference in their ability to perform work. An example of such a shelf can
be seen at the Anthrocart site (http://www.anthro.com/).
There are a number of web-based suppliers of "ergonomic" accessories. One of
them is: http://www.ergosci.com/prdguide.html
One interesting, and quite inexpensive, product is a sliding palm support
called Comfort Point: you put your palm on the tiny platform, the teflon leg
beneath allows you to slide your hand, with the support, over the supplied
smooth mouse pad. A small velcro strap attaches the support to your mouse,
and follows it wherever it goes: http://www.comfortlab.com/
Hope this helps.
Dan Jansenson
DJA Architecture Studio
Santa Monica, CA
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