The research was conducted by professionals at the Erasmus University Medical Centre, which is based in the Netherlands. It was arranged to help address the common issues associated with regular computer mouse use, such as repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) and carpal tunnel syndrome, both of which can threaten anyone who spends all day in front of their PC or laptop.

Various tests and experiments carried out over a period of several years have led to the arrival of the HandShoe Mouse. But first it was necessary to establish what causes the problems when using standard mouse models.

Mouse Size is Important

The first thing that researchers found was that the size of a computer mouse is usually not adequate to provide your hand with a comfortable platform for computer use. This means that most people end up pinching or gripping the device, which not only impacts your hands and arms but can also lead to tension in your deep neck muscles and pressure on arteries and nerves within your torso.

Reduced blood flow, less head mobility and even headaches can be caused by this, all of which can be compounded by the stress of everyday life and work.

Researchers also found that when using a standard mouse, most people keep one or two fingers constantly hovering over the buttons as a result of the need to avoid making an accidental interaction which could result in unintended onscreen inputs.

A similar study conducted at Belgium`s Hasselt University looked at the way that constant finger use in standard mouse models can do damage. This is where carpal tunnel syndrome can emerge, since pinched nerves and veins will reduce circulation and cause a gradual deterioration in the area.

The HandShoe Mouse was created after the analysis of data relating to the joints within the hand. It has an exterior shape that helps to keep fingers supported, eliminates the need for constant hovering and allows you to use the device as often as is necessary without encountering issues further down the line.

HandShoe Mouse Counteracts Standard Mouse Use

The team at Hasselt University looked into the way that the user`s arm sits when using a standard mouse, describing it as the neutral handshake position. It was discovered that this puts particular pressure on the membrane connecting the two bones that make up the lower arm, with this tension ultimately leading to yet more physical complaints.

All of these dilemmas that are faced when using a standard mouse can be counteracted thanks to the HandShoe Mouse.

Its slanted body means that the neutral handshake position is not automatically adopted, while the finger support and overall makeup of its body means that it is as ergonomically sound as possible based on the currently available research. You will be wishing that an Android tablet PC was as easy and comfortable to use for extended periods.

However, millions of people still need computer mice in order to interact with their PCs and there are plenty of different options on the market, from the basic to the specialist. The HandShoe mouse falls into the latter category, setting out to offer users the most ergonomic pointing experience on the market thanks to its fluid, intuitive design that, as the name suggests, fits your hand like a shoe fits your foot.

Using a mouse all day every day can leave you with more than just sore joints; you might also develop serious disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome, or a repetitive strain injury. This is because the standard design of a mouse is not all that ergonomic, requiring that you hold your hand in an unnatural position for an extended period, thus perpetuating these issues.

The imperfect design of mice also means that when you hold them, your fingers will often be hovering over the buttons while you grip the unit from the side. This means that your hand and arm are never at rest and this tension can build up over time and do you damage.

The HandShoe mouse has been created in order to combat the issues associated with standard pointing devices, with the design based on research conducted by a Dutch medical university.

The mouse itself is large enough to rest your entire palm on its surface, while your fingers and thumb will fall naturally into a comfortable position while still giving you access to all of the buttons typically found on this kind of device.

The idea is that your hand and wrist will be provided with support and the shape of the mouse, which has been awarded a patent, will not require any of the usual gripping or pinching which can be the root of physical problems caused by traditional mice.

Choice of Three Sizes

The HandShoe mouse does not take a one size fits all approach. Instead there is a choice of three sizes that accommodate people with small, medium or large hands.

There are of course other mouse devices out there that claim to be ergonomically designed, but few can match up to the HandShoe mouse when it comes to the quality of the experience. If you have to spend all day at a PC and do not believe that the touch screen revolution is going to trickle down to standard desktop machines for some time, this product could offer you the relief you require.

You can always use mobile phone contracts to get your fill of touchscreen interaction and then take advantage of the HandShoe mouse when you are at the office or in your den at home.

This short video explains why that happens: when you push your hand on the desk and force it in a gripping, claw-like position, your wrist is forced in an awkward, bent position. Tendons may become irritated and swollen.

Pins and Needles

This causes excessive pressure on the median nerve which controls your hand and fingers. First you will notice a feeling of “pins and needles” in the fingers, followed by loss of sensation and even a burning pain. This phenomenon is generally called carpal tunnel syndrome. The shape of the HandShoe Mouse provides full support of the hand and fingers to prevent this harmful pressure on the wrist. Please be aware that, even after providing relief from this pressure, the nerve stays tender and may still provoke pins and needles for weeks afterwards. But when you keep using this truly ergonomic mouse you should feel the difference!

Watch the short video:

Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Go to the HandShoe Mouse website.

To start working with your new HandShoe mouse you need to place the antenna (which you find tied to the charger cable) in a USB socket on your computer.
Then connect the charger cable between mouse and another USB socket.
Your computer will automatically select software, available on your computer to operate the wireless HandShoe mouse.

If the battery level is low, a red warning light under the scroll wheel will flash.
Place the mouse on your desk, click a mouse button and move the mouse.
The cursor should move on the screen. If the cursor does not move, re-establish the pairing between antenna and mouse. Press the small black button on the bottom once and hold a few seconds. Let go of the button.
The blue led light on the bottom of the mouse will go off.

Press again, hold a few seconds and let go. The blue led light on the bottom of the mouse will come on.

Now connection between mouse and antenna is established.

Click a mouse button and start working. These instructions are also shown on our website on the HandShoe Mouse FAQ page.

Watch the HandShoe Mouse instruction video:

Wrist Support Freezes Arm Movement

However, if you support your arm by means of armrest or desktop, then forget about the use of a wrist support.
That doesn’t make sense if you realise what you’re doing: you’re actually freezing the movement of your entire arm by supporting it like that.
The wrist support prevents moving your arm and makes working with a mouse very uncomfortable.
Then you can move your mouse only from the wrist.

Research has shown that working in such a fashion entails the risk of ulnar nerve compression.
This may lead to numbness and pain in hand and fingers.
We therefore advise to only support the forearm at a quarter of the way from the elbow to allow for free movement.

If you then support your hand on the Handshoe Mouse you experience the luxury of free movement combined with a comfortable support without the need for gripping and pinching.

As usual, we are showing the information above in a short one minute video.
Just play the video by clicking on it.