With the consistent increase of computers in work place, it has been observed that there is a significant rise in the strain injury complaints also known as the mouse arm. This problem is inherent in those who spend considerable amount of time sitting on computer. An independent study recently conducted shows that pen tablet is an effective ergonomic input device.
Doctors are recommending pen tablet to the computer users. This would be effective in preventing RSI. Clinical psychologist at the Darmstadt University of Technology in Germany, Professor Dr. Hardo Sorgatz, carried out a study titled, “RSI prevention through change in Pointing Devices.” This study took a period of three months and with approximately 60 test subjects.
While using a pen tablet, computer user will experience reduction in the muscle tension. According to the study, it is also suggested that mouse users must switch to pen table, whether they have RSI or not.
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