Ergonomics Computer

What is a good ergonomic device to help with my shoulder problems due to computer use?

I am experiencing extreme shoulder and upper back pain from using my mouse. This has lasted 5 years. I get physical therapy, I feel better, but when I use a computer mouse I experience extreme muscle spasms and strains in my shoulder. What ergonomic device should I buy that would ease the strain on my shoulder, back and arm? I bought an adjustable armrest but that just causes the pectoral in my chest to be irritated.

Public Comments

1. I'm not sure if this is just in your home, at your workplace or home could be your workplace. If this happens at work then you need to speak with your Supervisor and they'll have someone come in and arrange your station more comfortably for you. If this is only at home then your could go to stores that specifically deal with home offices and recommend what you need to buy.
2. Try a mouse tray that attaches to the underside of the desk top (or get a whole keyboard tray with enough room for your mouse so that you can mouse while your arm is held against your side and your elbow bent to 90 degrees. Sometimes, if you are doing more mousing than keyboarding, it might be helpful to move your keyboard and put your mouse directly infront of your hand. You should never "reach" for your mouse.