vertical mice

It may seem odd at first for a mouse to be vertical, but it's actually the most natural position for your hand to be in. When you use a standard mouse, your forearm is twisted, which places stress on your wrists and can cause strain injuries, a vertical mouse is used in a handshake position, giving you a completely relaxed and neutral posture.

Think about how you hold out your arm when you're about to shake someone's hand, or how your arms fall naturally to your side. Rather than twisting your forearm to abide by the requirements of a traditional mouse, a vertical mouse lets your arm rest in a natural pose while you navigate.

Yes, vertical computer mice are designed to address the issues that can aggravate wrist pain.

A vertical mouse helps with wrist pain by:

• Mimicking the handshake posture, which places the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow all in a nice line
• Replacing the fine side-to-side wrist movement with movement from the whole hand and the forearm which makes the action a lot less repetitive. Movement is transferred onto the more powerful shoulder muscles to reduce strain on the wrist

There are several benefits to using a vertical mouse, including a reduced risk of repetitive strain injury (RSI). By enabling a more natural hand posture, an ergonomic vertical mouse helps reduce strain on the wrist. There are a variety of styles available, so you can choose a vertical mouse that suits your working style and specific requirements.

Yes. Vertical mice are an excellent choice for people who already struggle with carpal tunnel pain when using a computer. The design of the vertical mouse helps keep most of the underside of your wrist off the desk, thereby reducing pressure in the area. This also reduces repetitive strain, making it an excellent mouse for carpal tunnel prevention and relief.

The design of an ergonomic vertical mouse promotes a relaxed and neutral posture throughout the entire arm. The vertical mouse mimics the natural handshake posture, meaning the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow are all held in a nice line.

By relaxing the whole hand and providing a neutral posture for the arm, the device helps reduce strain throughout the limb.

To hold an upright mouse correctly, rest your whole hand on the device so it stays relaxed in a natural 'handshake' position. Unlike a standard mouse, vertical computer mice are designed so movement comes from your forearm rather than small side-to-side wrist actions.

Most vertical mice include built-in ergonomic supports to guide your posture:

• Thumb recess: Your thumb should sit comfortably in the recessed area so it’s fully supported without needing to pinch
• Little finger support: Position your little finger on the dedicated lip or support so it isn’t dragging on the desk or gripping the side
• Relaxed grip: Let your fingers rest naturally on the buttons, keeping your hand loose. You shouldn’t feel the 'claw' grip that often happens with a standard mouse

When using the mouse, glide it with your forearm instead of bending your wrist. This helps reduce strain and makes your movements smoother and less repetitive overall.

When choosing a vertical mouse or upright mouse, look for a model that supports your hand size, working style, and any existing discomfort, such as wrist or forearm pain.

Many of our vertical mice come in different styles and designs, including joystick, pen style or our very own penguin mouse, designed for ambidextrous users and one of our best-selling vertical mice. Two features in particular might influence your choice:

• Best for flexibility (Semi-Vertical Option): The Contour Unimouse, for example, can be folded down to be only semi-vertical. This feature is recommended if you wish to change your posture often, or if you are unsure if an entirely vertical mouse would be right for you, as it acts like a 'halfway house'
• Best for programmable buttons: Both the Evoluent D and the Contour Unimouse feature further programmable buttons. These buttons can be used to further reduce repetitive movements. For example, you can set one button to handle common commands like CTRL+C (copy) and CTRL+V (paste)

Whether you are looking for a preventative or rehabilitative aid, your wrists are just starting to ache, or you have been diagnosed with RSI or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Posturite has the best range of ergonomic vertical mice in the UK for you to choose from that can help.

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