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I use the Microsoft Natural keyboard, and this is how I solve the mouse distance problem for myself: http://i.imgur.com/3OMpedd.jpg http://i.imgur.com/3OMpedd.

I use the Microsoft Natural keyboard, and this is how I solve the mouse distance problem for myself: http://i.imgur.com/3OMpedd.jpg http://i.imgur.com/3OMpedd.jpg I just remove the numpad keys, and then tape my ergo trackball down to it. Works like a charm and allows me to keep my wrists in neutral position at all times. I've definitely struggled off and on with RSI over the years and this book has been really helpful in keeping me limber: http://www.amazon.com/Conquering-Carpal-Syndrome-Repetitive-Injuries/dp/1572240393/ http://www.amazon.com/Conquering-Carpal-Syndrome-Repetitive-... The other thing that's helped me is going to the gym and doing light wrist curls (and reverse wrist curls) at least once a week.

jkot 11y ago
Interesting solution, will give it a try. Microsoft has two good keyboard without numpad: http://www.cnet.com/products/microsoft-sculpt-ergonomic-desktop/ http://www.cnet.com/products/microsoft-sculpt-ergonomic-desk... http://www.trustedreviews.com/Microsoft-Arc-Keyboard-review http://www.trustedreviews.com/Microsoft-Arc-Keyboard-review My plan is to invest some time into learning VIM keys and migrate to Arc.
- quickpost 11y ago
  Ya, vim bindings help a lot too. I even use VIM to do everything in the browser (vimium), and that helps cut down on mouse usage a ton.