[Athen] Foot Mouse need

[Mary J Ziegler]

We have both the Bili Foot Mouse and the No Hands (but I believe the No Hands may not available for purchase anymore).   Both can cause tendonitis in the lower leg/ankle/foot with extended use.   Plus, it's almost impossible to stabilize your upper body while sitting and using both feet, so it can cause back strain too.  I have seen folks use the Bili for SHORT durations successfully, but I would not recommend it as long-term solution.

I agree that a regular big trackball will likely work better, for the reasons Dan outlines below.

Best,
Mary
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From: athen-list-bounces at mailman1.u.washington.edu [mailto:athen-list-bounces at mailman1.u.washington.edu] On Behalf Of Dan Comden
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2011 12:34 PM
To: Access Technology Higher Education Network
Subject: Re: [Athen] Foot Mouse need

Here's another vote for a trackball on the floor, preferably one with a large ball and big buttons.

We have had a NoHands mouse (http://www.footmouse.com/) in our facility for many years. Not one person who tried it enjoyed using it. Doing fine motor control as in mouse movements with both feet is a challenge. It appears that it's much easier to control a trackball with one foot instead.
On Thu, Nov 3, 2011 at 5:59 AM, Kenneth Elkind <Kenneth.Elkind at umb.edu<mailto:Kenneth.Elkind at umb.edu>> wrote:
I'm looking for recommendations for a foot mouse. I've client with severe carpal tunnel who uses one at home and work.


Kenneth Elkind



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