Category Archives: Ergonomics

Styluses for Dexterity Challenges with Touch Screen Tablet Use

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

A inquiry from a blog reader requested suggestions for a stylus that would help with challenges with dexterity causing problems grasping writing tools. While standard grippers are currently available, additional research was needed to check current options of styluses. My search reminded … Continue reading →

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On the Cheap – Adjustable Stand for Your Computer, Keyboard and Mouse

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Portable, Adjustable Computer/Keyboard/Mouse Stand Looking for a inexpensive sit to stand solution for positioning a keyboard, laptop or mobile device? I  recently purchased the   Readaeer ® stand,  a portable,  adjustable computer /keyboard and mouse stand as a sit to stand component … Continue reading →

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Tablift Stand for Tablets (iPads, Nexus, Dell Venue 8 and more) – Very Cool!

Posted on August 2, 2014 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

The folks at nbryte generously provided me with a brand spanking new Tablift Stand . Working with a wide variety of clients requires solutions for many different environments. Stands for students tend to be table or desk surfaces whereby stands for adults … Continue reading →

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Taptool could be “the perfect accessory for heavy touchscreen users”

Posted on December 22, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Check out the video and a review about Taptool at  http://m.androidauthority.com/taptool-326580/ The Taptool is a unique wearable accessory designed to protect our fingers and joints from potential issues caused by prolonged touchscreen use. Carol Leynse Harpold‘s insight: Taptool is a … Continue reading →

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Protect Hands from Digital Distress – Handout from Advance for OT

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Are you or your clients feeling the effects of abuse from use of electronic devices in their hands, arms or fingers? Check out this article from Advance for OT “Protect Hands from Digital Distress“, by Cheryl McEvoy, providing tips and … Continue reading →

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More iPad/ iPhone Stands

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Tablet Stands                        Providing appropriate positioning for access and ergonomic positioning can be important with the use of mobile devices. A recent road trip requiring the use of my iPhone for navigation, hotel and event searching brought … Continue reading →

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Belkin Tablet Stand with Storage Box

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Belkin Tablet Stand with Storage Belkin has this sweet new tablet stand with a storage box that seems to be a perfect little stand for your iPad. The storage container has space for your charging equipment, stylus or even a … Continue reading →

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email & texting

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Ergonomic ideas to prevent repetitive strain injury caused by excessive email and texting from OT Idea.com . Their list is basic for those who know ergonomic principles but always a good reminder, especially in the advent of frequency of use of mobile devices. … Continue reading →

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Ergonomics and “Texting Thumbs”

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Virginia Hixson’s article on Ergonomics for Text Messaging  previously posted provides information on research and ergonomic solutions for discomfort associated with Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) and one specific RSI injury called De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis  . RSI and De Quervain’s has been increasingly identified with discomfort associated with excessive … Continue reading →

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Texting Ergonomics

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Virginia Hixson, OTR, CPE is the Ergonomic Editor for BellaOnline.com. I stumbled upon her article  “Texting Ergonomics” and found it an interesting read with research provided on posture and repetitive stress as a result of using handheld devices. Relevant to the … Continue reading →

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