Whether for work or pleasure, many of us spend hours a day sitting at either a laptop or desk top computer. We often do not think twice about our ergonomic set up until we start to feel discomfort and pain. A dull ache in the shoulder or wrist can turn into stabbing pain in no time.
A couple months ago I started feeling pain in my shoulder. The pain got progressively worse so I went to see a physiotherapist. After speaking with him I realized that I needed to improve my posture and office ergonomic set up.
Fersgo, the company that designed the Ergoslider Plus, reached out to me and asked me to review their all in one slider mouse. I was excited to try the product and see if it could improve my posture and help reduce my shoulder/neck pain.
What is the Ergoslider Plus?
The Ergoslider Plus is a centralized cursor control device that aims to help users by bringing comfort during cursor navigation. Its central location removes the need to reach out for the mouse regularly, and with the extra-cushioned wrist pad, users will see a difference in their work routine.
The device has a unique ergonomic mouse design to help people that suffer shoulder or wrist pain during computer use as a result of repetitive actions and movement. After using the quick access keys and soft wrist pad, the user will never want to go back to using a traditional mouse.
Benefits of the Ergoslider Plus
My Thoughts
- The Ergoslider Plus is very easy to set up. You simply plug it into the USB on your computer and place the roller bar into the roller bar slot. I am not a fan of complicated set ups so I was thrilled at the ease of setting up the Ergoslider Plus.
- The wrist pad is super comfortable and provides comfort to my wrists right away. It feels like a firm, supportive pillow.
- I noticed that my posture improved immediately. The Ergoslider Plus design makes me sit up straight thus reducing discomfort in my shoulders and neck. I appreciate this as I do not want to undo all the work I have done at physiotherapy.
- It takes a bit of time to get used to using the Ergoslider Plus as it is not your normal mouse but once you get used to it, you will not want to go back to a traditional mouse.
- The Ergoslider Plus saves space on my desk. The mouse pad, wrist pad and mouse are all located within the device so there is no need to have all the separate items on my desk.
- I no longer have to fight with the cable connecting my mouse to my computer!
- I tend to eat over my computer and I am thrilled the Ergoslider Plus is easy to clean. The major parts are removable and can be cleaned. No more icky mouse pads
The Ergoslider Plus can be order online through Amazon and retails for $224 CDN.
If you would like more information about the device, visit Fergo.
Disclaimer: I received an Ergoslider Plus for review. All opinions are my own..
What kind of set up do you have at your desk? Do you suffer from sore shoulders, neck or wrists?
Ann
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Paula Schuck says
Checking this out. As you know I spend a ridiculous number of hours trying on a keyboard/ laptop. I could use the slider. Very interesting. Just today I have noticed a twitchy pain in my wrist going to the elbow. No doubt that is work related. Maybe this could help.
Marcus says
Hey Ann!
This looks like a cool product!
I have been working hard on improving my posture which suffered badly after a recent shoulder injury. I have been doing various exercises and upgraded my home office setup for better ergonomics.
This looks very promising and could be the next thing I invest.
Ann says
Hi Marcus and thanks for reading. Yes! It is a great product and really helps with a great ergonomic setup.