Computer mouse accoutrement (attachment) and method of preventing or alleviating carpel tunnel syndrome (CTS)
US7757998B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 14, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2203/0333
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A new ergonomic accoutrement adapted to be attached to a computer mouse was developed to prevent strain injuries to the hand and wrist and prevent or alleviate the symptoms associated with Carpel Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) for those who are repetitive users of computer mouse devices. The accoutrement is designed to leave the carpal tunnel of the user of a computer mouse substantially open, thus precluding tunnel narrowing and the symptoms resulting therefrom. The accoutrement is also designed to maximize comfort of the user, alleviate wrist bend associated with use of the mouse, and be adaptable to different size hands.
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