Forearm Supports
Forearm supports typically clamp to the front edge of a desk or table. They support the forearm, relaxing the arm, shoulder and neck muscles as well as off-loading your upper extremity weight from the back.
Commentaries and Information About Forearm Supports
Pros and Cons of Forearm Supports
by Chris Grant, PhD, CPE
AliMed
297 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026
(800) 225-2610, Fax: (800) 437-2966
http://www.alimed.com
ErgoRest Articulating Arm Support
The highest quality Arm Support available, provides comfortable arm, shoulder and neck support with unrestricted motion. Includes 5" long cushioned arm pad. Move stress free while using keyboard, mouse or calculator. Attractively designed. Clamps to work surfaces up to 1-5/8" thick. Provides 17" of reach and 3" of vertical adjustment.
The ERGOREST was introduced in 1995 and was the winner of the Tylenol Arthritis Foundation Design Awards. Used in many different situations, this product has been approved internally for clean room use. These armrests allows you to effortlessly maintain neutral wrist position during horizontal movement across the keyboard or other work surface. This crucial position allows arms and hands to glide without ulnar deviation. Tendons controlling fingers and hands move with minimal resistance, and hands are able to maintain a free flow of activity without lifting the arms. Most often bought in pairs (one for each arm).
Standard Arm & Standard Pad Estimated Price: $108.00 |
Standard Arm 3 1/2” long Standard Pad- 5 1/8” long Standard Clamp fits surface up to 1 5/8" thick |
Standard Arm & Long Pad Estimated Price: $110.00 |
Standard Arm 3 1/2” long Long Pad- 7 7/8” long Standard Clamp fits surface up to 1 5/8" thick |
Long Arm & Standard Pad Estimated Price: $112.95 |
Long Arm 5 1/8” long Standard Pad- 5 1/8” long Standard Clamp fits surface up to 1 5/8" thick |
Long Arm & Long Pad Estimated Price: $114.00 |
Long Arm 5 1/8” long Long Pad- 7 7/8” long Standard Clamp fits surface up to 1 5/8" thick |
Extended Height Estimated Price: $124.00 |
Extended height pole adjusts up to 17 3/4” high above the work surface Standard Ergorest |
Mouse Pad Attachment Ergo Mouse Pad Estimated Price: $37.50 |
Optional mounting points Platform size: 9 1/4” long x 7 3/4” wide |
Tall Clamp (Optional Feature) Estimated Price:$11.95 |
Tall Clamp fits work surface up to 2 1/2" thick |
Comments
AliMed also has other forearm support devices in their catalog.
Shades Of Gray is the U.S. distributors for this 'Australian Made' product.
Contact: Paul Gray
(818) 883-8770
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R&D Ergonomics Inc.
6 Harvey Brook Dr., Freeport, ME 04032
(207) 865-6445, Fax: (207) 353-5308
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http://www.MorencyRest.com
Morency Rests
Estimated Price: $80.00
Our forearm supports, (Morency Rests) were initially developed to help get injured individuals back to work. They dramatically reduce the muscle activity in the neck and shoulders, increasing blood flow and dramatically reducing fatigue, discomfort, and pain.
Improved posture, neutral wrist positioning, and supported upper extremities dramatically improve comfort while reducing risk of injury. We manufacture products for varied applications and the size of the individual, making us unique in today's ergonomic market. R&D Ergonomics was established in 1991 and sells only quality products using materials from the United States.
Our Products:
- Are uniquely designed for the user and the application
- Provide maximum upper extremity support
- Promote neutral arm and wrist position
- Promote proper neck posture
- Extend narrow work surfaces (with optional clamp)
Typical Uses:
- Users with active CTD symptoms
- Graphics or data entry positions
- High duration users (over four (4) hours daily)
- Injured employees returning to work
Vertebral-Soft System
SARL au capital de 50.000 FF R.C.S. MONTPELLIER 423 855 766
200 rue du Père PREVOST
34090 MONPELLIER
FRANCE
Tel + Fax : 04 67 72 83 60
Email :
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Vertebral-Soft System
Vertebral-Soft is a new, innovative concept created by a team of Medical Doctors, Chiropractors, Osteopaths and Ergonomists, designed specifically to alleviate potential and existing back problems, avoiding the problems of carpal tunnel syndrome and increasing comfort while working.
Vertebral-Soft has proven adaptable to 95% of most desks or work stations and works well with most all body types.
The principal reason for back problems in an office related environment stems from arm and shoulder weight being put on the spinal column. This typically occurs while working in front of a keyboard. This additional weight is supported by the spinal column which exerts undue tension on the vertebras.
The Vertebral-Soft system allows the arms and elbows to support the majority of this misplaced weight, thereby taking the pressure off of the spinal column and allowing the user to work in a more comfortable and healthier position. By positioning the wrist parallel to the arm it relieves over-extension which contributes to the development of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Vertebral- Soft has already been registered and trademarked in many countries including the US, Canada and throughout Europe and has won awards in several European trade expositions.
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