When you’re writing your bestselling novel, pounding out code, or raiding a dungeon in World of Warcraft (hey, we don’t judge here), it’s easy to sit at the computer for hours on end, barely moving more than your fingers and eyes. You might not think that such an innocuous position as “sitting” could be detrimental…
7 Signs It’s Time to Try Voice Recognition Software
It took me a while to get used to the idea of “typing” with voice recognition software. When I ordered Dragon Naturally Speaking (the most popular Windows-based software), I didn’t have a lot of money to spare, so it wasn’t an easy decision. Also, I was afraid I’d sound stupid talking to the computer (I…
Before You Buy an Ergonomic Keyboard… Is Your Typing Style Causing Your Pain?
I’ve had several ergonomic keyboards over the years, some costing as much as $300, eep. An ergonomic keyboard was actually the first thing I tried when I started having hand problems. (Yeah, I’m one of those folks who never thought of anything ergonomic until after I started having pain.) I’ve since learned (several keyboards later)…
The RSI-Gluten Connection–Is Your Diet Causing Your Pain?
Long time readers of Ergoblog (or those who have mastered the art of browsing the archives) will know that I started out having all sorts of trouble with repetitive stress injuries in my hands, as well as some other health problems (acne, acid reflux, migrains, insomnia, and back pain for starters–I sure was a wreck!). …
Apple MacBook Pro Review (from the ergonomic perspective)
I bought an Apple Macbook Pro this summer, and I’ve been meaning to post a review for a while, so how does today work for everyone? 😉 I’m a writer, not a techie type, so I won’t go into specifications and hardware and the like. I’m going to hit on the ergonomics perspective. Is this…
What Do You Want to See from Ergoblog?
After a year or so of not posting here much, I’ve been wanting to get back to this topic and post more often (and maybe even give this site a needed design update!). But what I’d really like to know is what you all want to read about? I’../2007/01/update_on_my_rs.html”>how undiagnosed food allergies were causing my…
SwingSeat, an Ergonomic Chair That Rocks
Whether you’re suffering from repetitive stress injuries, back pain, or just want to have a healthy office environment, a good chair is a must. This is especially true for writers, programmers, and other folks who spend the majority of the work day at the computer. There are a lot of ergonomic chair options out there,…
Dragon Naturally Speaking Growing in Popularity as Productivity Tool
When I originally bought Dragon NaturallySpeaking (perhaps the most well known voice recognition software for the PC), I picked it up because I was having so much trouble with RSI (pain in my hands) that I couldn’t work at the computer for more than an hour or so without having to quit for the day. …
Kinesis Freestyle V3 & Other “Tenting Accessories” for Ergonomic Keyboards
When I first starting have trouble with RSI, it was hard to find a keyboard that actually made a difference. There were some ergonomic keyboards on the market, but I ended up resorting to voice recognition software for quite a while (and if you’ve ever wanted to feel stupid, trying dictating a fantasy novel to…
Yes, Food Allergies Were Causing My RSI Issues
I’ve started posting to this blog again after a break of a year or more, mostly because there is still lots of interesting stuff going on in the field of ergonomics and health related to repetitive stress injuries and other ailments attributed to the daily modern grind. I originally stopped posting because my main incentive…
Alphagrip, an Ergonomic Keyboard That Will Make You Look Twice
If you grew up playing video games (or play them now), you might appreciate the Alphagrip ergonomic keyboard. It looks more like a game controller than a keyboard, and you’d certainly have to relearn your typing skills if you used it, but might it help for folks with repetitive stress injuries, since it has an…
Update on My RSI Issues (AKA things are looking up)
If you’ve visited before (or clicked the link on the sidebar that describes my issues), you know I started this blog because of hand pain from typing/mousing. I haven’t been posting too much lately, but it’s not because things have gotten worse. My hands are actually about 95% better (this is after more than 4…