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Best Mobile Computing Options For People With RSI?

Posted by Soulskill on from the scream-at-people-until-they-type-what-you-want dept.

gotfork writes "Several years ago I injured my wrists while typing at a poorly set up desk. I am now greatly recovered, and can work at a desktop computer for several hours each day as long as I wear wrist braces. I have avoided using laptops in the past because both TrackPoint-style pointing sticks and touchpads create a lot of strain on my wrists, but I'm ready to give it another shot. Is my best option a stylus-based convertible tablet/laptop (such as the Lenovo X series) or are there any lighter-weight devices that have ergonomic inputs?"

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  1. Re:Use your feet. by gmhowell · · Score: 2, Funny

    I don't have any RSI, but I can see that this method of computer use would free my hands, which would be highly beneficial to 99% of my computer use...

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  2. Re:Apple stuff is good by drinkypoo · · Score: 3, Funny

    My MBP gave me little electric shocks whenever I used the trackpad while touching my arm on the seam around the edge of the case. Very good for my health, I'm sure..

    No, you were just holding it wrong.

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    "You're right," Fisheye says. "I should have set it on 'whip' or 'chop.'"