The OrthoMouse is one of Ergobuyer's best selling mice and it has received many great reviews from users (see below). The OrthoMouse was designed by Dr. Segalle, an orthopedic surgeon, to complement the anatomy and the "position of function" of the human hand. Its unique shape and appearance may seem strange at first glance, but you'll be surprised by the comfort, accuracy and speed it provides.
"The OrthoMouse is designed so that it supports the hand and fingers evenly while they adopt the correct and innocuous position – 'the Position of Function' during the use of the OrthoMouse. Your hand Works and Rests (between periods of activity) in the 'Position of Function'."
"The Index and Middle fingers rest supported upon the two buttons. Clicking occurs with a minimum horizontal displacement of the pulp of these fingers. Hence the weight of your fingers does not produce clicking, and you do not have to “hold them in the air” during the use of the OrthoMouse."
"The thumb remains in “Opposition” to the other fingers permanently, which is the main exclusive characteristic of the human hand. Perhaps the most important movement of the human hand is opposition. It allows control, sensitivity and precision, since the fingers assume a position very similar to the one used during writing."
"The thumb on the OrthoMouse is responsible for the scroll features – you move it up for scrolling upwards, down for scrolling downwards, and press the thumb mid button for the 'scrolling click'."
Not all hands are alike. The OrthoMouse is adaptable to the size, shape and function of your hand and fingers by means of special adapters that are easy to use and are all included in the package. You choose and insert the adapter that fits your hand best and feels most comfortable among six possible configurations. Designed for the right hand with a minimum size of 6.25" (16cm) or larger.
Technical Information for the OrthoMouse
Currently available only as right-handed version
Five (5) buttons
Five (5) interchangeable sizing adapters
Six (6) different sizing configurations
Color: black
Optical technology
Plug-and-play
Mouse Height: 2.56 inches (65 mm), Width: 3.23 in (82 mm), Length: 4.45 in - 5.35 in* (113 mm - 136 mm
Sensor sensitivity: 800 dpi
USB connection
Cable length: 5 ft 10 in (1.8 meters)
Class 1 LED Product according to international standard IEC 825-1:1993
1 year manufacturer warranty
Minimum Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows: Windows 7/ Vista / XP / 2000 / Me / 98
Apple Macintosh: Mac OS 8.6 - 9.X, Mac OS 10.1 or newer
Linux: Kernel 2.4 or newer with USB connection
OrthoMouse is protected by the following patents: Canada - No. 2,347,082; USA - No. 6,300,941 and No.6,532,002; Mexico - No. 226,639; Brazil - No. 5,901,042-8 and No. 7,903,331; Argentina – No. 009,205 B4; Patents pending: ECC, Asia.
I have to admit that I was skeptical when I first saw the OrthoMouse. However, I've been using it for several months now and have found it to be a comfortable and functional fit. (I tested each of the sizing adapters and found the one that works best for my hand size)
I really like the mouse. It's about time that someone made a product like it. I think the only critisism I have is that it would be nice to have programable buttons so you could `pick' with the thunb. I suffer from Repetative Strain Injury from picking with my index finger and returning with my middle finger. So an additional `pick' button for the thumb would be nice. All and all it's a well thought out product.
sorry my pc is ready to crash and I cant see the screen very well, but I give it a 5 star rating, without a doubt I could never use any other mouse again after using the ortho mouse! Also I was facing surgery for carpal tunnel and the mouse has allowed me to continue using my pc and I dont have to have surgery now!
It is a little small for my hand, my fingers hang off the end of the buttons and the top button for the scroll is difficult to use unless I hold the top of the mouse with my left hand.