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alekhkhanna said:
It helps with carpal tunnel. I was looking at one couple of years ago, but couldn't find any decent brand in India. Bought MX Master 3, which is also pretty good for those with wrist or carpal pain.
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I don't have any such pain. But are these mouses really effective and not just another gimmick without proper research backing them? How does it feel to use such a mouse?
 
TinTinSnowy said:
I don't have any such pain. But are these mouses really effective and not just another gimmick without proper research backing them? How does it feel to use such a mouse?
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There are studies to back them -
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Evaluation of flat, angled, and vertical computer mice and their effects on wrist posture, pointing performance, and preference - PubMed

Increasing mouse height and angling the mouse topcase can improve wrist posture without negatively affecting performance.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Biomechanics and performance when using a standard and a vertical computer mouse - PubMed

Using a vertical mouse can decrease the exposure to biomechanical risk factors for computer mouse use-related musculoskeletal disorders. Using a vertical computer mouse resulted in less wrist pronation and lower wrist extensor muscle activity. But, training and familiarisation are required.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
However getting used to one is tough. I have CTS but could not adapt to one; compromised with a MX Master 3.
 
Got a low profile ThermalTake UX100 CPU Cooler for my second PC.
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Seems pretty decent.
Most importantly, it fits the very narrow case that I have for this PC (the Wraith Prism does not fit - cannot close side panel with it!).
 
TinTinSnowy said:
I don't have any such pain. But are these mouses really effective and not just another gimmick without proper research backing them? How does it feel to use such a mouse?
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They do help with carpal tunnel. Even Logitech has some variations (Microsoft too) in US. All we get are copycats in India. They primarily make you move your arm instead of your wrist, plus the grip and button placements are easier on your smaller joints.
 
TinTinSnowy said:
I don't have any such pain. But are these mouses really effective and not just another gimmick without proper research backing them? How does it feel to use such a mouse?
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The cheapo chinese things are gimmick. Very few brands have aced the vertical mouse ergonomics. Evoluent, Perixx are the best here. Anker too has one very good model. Evoluent 4 is the best vertical mouse but it costs 15k. It took me a day to get used to and whenever I try to use a normal mouse, I can feel the different in comfort. Vertical is definitely the way to go (atleast for me). This is how it looks. The thumb placement for this mouse is exactly how it has to be. Enough room to rest your thumb. Look at the groove where your pinky finger rests. This groove is better as your pinky finger would not rest on desk/mat. The angle too is properly vertical so your arm stays in one straight line from elbow to fingers. Best thing with Perixx and this mouse is that your wrist need not move. You only have to move your arm. Even if you move your wrist, the movement is natural.

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SnoopyLikesTech said:
Hey I Have the EXACT SAME Keyboard Keychron right?
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Yeah. K2 V2.
ibose said:
There are studies to back them -
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Evaluation of flat, angled, and vertical computer mice and their effects on wrist posture, pointing performance, and preference - PubMed

Increasing mouse height and angling the mouse topcase can improve wrist posture without negatively affecting performance.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Biomechanics and performance when using a standard and a vertical computer mouse - PubMed

Using a vertical mouse can decrease the exposure to biomechanical risk factors for computer mouse use-related musculoskeletal disorders. Using a vertical computer mouse resulted in less wrist pronation and lower wrist extensor muscle activity. But, training and familiarisation are required.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
However getting used to one is tough. I have CTS but could not adapt to one; compromised with a MX Master 3.
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Which mouse did you try? I heard MX Lift is a bad ergonomic mouse.
 
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desiibond said:
LOL. That is not a mouse, that a di*k. :D
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It was recommended by the physician. According to him, irrespective of its name, it is a "true" vertical mouse and more effective than the others which are just "ergonomic" ones including the likes of yours. It is like a joystick but I could not get used to it.
Lets get back on topic please.
 
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desiibond said:
I doubt if anyone can get used to it. How do you do scrolling with this one? And how hard is it to move the pointer in small movements?
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Think of it as a normal mouse without scrollwheel. Obviously its primary objective is to make sure your wrist stays good allowing you a semblance of a mouse. Just like you mention, my usability and, hence, productivity were severely compromised.
 
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