Amsterdam, December 2004,

Have you clicked your mouse more than 5000 thousands times today? Have you been sitting up straight behind your computer? RSI has become a household word in The Netherlands. However, over the past few years people have become more and more reluctant to use the term. For patients RSI stands for a very unpleasant condition that is difficult to get rid of. To physicians and physiotherapists it is an umbrella term for pain in the arms, neck and shoulders. Continually therefore, new terms and definitions are being introduced to better describe these kinds of complaints. This has caused an even greater confusion of tongues. Now, all of a sudden, what was once known as RSI, is now called “CANS” (Complaints of arms, Neck and Shoulders).

The problems however are not getting any less. Worldwide they are only increasing and seem to be caused mainly by computers.

Since Dr Engelbart came up with the idea of the computer mouse in 1967, the method of clicking has barely changed. PC Mice can be found in al different colours, sizes and shapes.

The so called ergonomic mouse is also becoming more and more popular. Often the shape plays an important role as well as the way in which to use the mouse. One thing however never seems to change; up until now you have always had to click with your fingers.

The Ergoclick shifts the clicking from the fingers to the palm of the hand. This innovative product is used in addition to the existing mouse. You have just spend a lot of money on expensive ergonomic mice or interval software? No problem! These can be even better combined with the Ergoclick.

This is how it works:

The Ergoclick is connected to a free USB port and is placed to the left or in front of the keyboard. The software that is included will automatically install the Ergoclick and it can be used immediately. The mouse is from then on only used to navigate with the palm of your right hand. The clicking, double-clicking and all other functions are taken over by the Ergoclick under the palm of your left hand. It might need some getting used to at first, but that is not strange after having made a certain movement thousands of times.

You can use the mouse in between to click with your index finger. The functions of the mouse will remain the same.

You will soon find yourself a whole lot more relaxed after a day’s work behind the computer.

The Ergoclick can be useful for everybody who spends a lot of time behind the computer. Long days at work, surfing the internet at home or playing computer games that involve a lot of clicking.

By using both hands, your body is better balanced, your posture will improve and there will be less strain on your arms, neck and shoulders. Use of the Ergoclick will not only prevent complaints, but people with rheumatism or suffering from an advanced stage of RSI might even be able to start using their computers again.

The Ergoclick is available from December 2004; recommended consumer price € 49, incl. 19% VAT.