Keyboards
The right keyboard can make a significant difference in how comfortably you work, especially if you spend hours typing every day. An ergonomic keyboard is designed to help position your hands, wrists, and arms more naturally, minimizing awkward reaching, excessive wrist extension, and unnecessary strain. Most of our customers are forced to examine their ergonomic equipment or lack of it because of wrist pain, forearm pain or shoulder pain. These are the discomforts and pain that arise from a mismatched or a misplaced keyboard.
There is no single ergonomic keyboard that is right for everyone. Your choice should depend on how you work, how much you type, your workspace, and what feels comfortable to you. Split keyboards can help position your hands and arms more naturally, while contoured and compact keyboards can reduce reaching and make better use of limited desk space. Wireless and touchpad options can provide additional flexibility.
At ErgoDirect, you'll find a wide selection of ergonomic keyboards—from compact and portable models to highly adjustable split keyboards—so you can choose the design and features that best fit your work style, workspace, and ergonomic needs.
How to Choose an Ergonomic Keyboard
It is important to consider the following factors when choosing an ergonomic keyboard -
- Your wrist and hand position - Look for a keyboard that keeps your wrists unbroken and unstretched and leaves your forearms parallel to the floor.
- The Keyboard shape - Split keyboards allow you to position your hands independently while compact keyboards bring your hands and mouse close.
- Your workspace - The height at which the keyboard is placed is extremely important because in order to avoid pain and discomfort while typing, your shoulders should be relaxed and elbows close to the body.
- How much you type - If your work involves typing for long hours, split designs, wrist support, palm support and low force keyboards.
- Choose what fits you - An ergonomic keyboard should make your work more comfortable—not force you to learn an entirely new way of working unless there is a good reason to do so. Consider your individual needs and choose the design that allows you to work comfortably and efficiently.