This cross-sectional study investigated musculoskeletal discomfort and computer use in
university staff, through the use of online questionnaires. Results showed a high prevalence …

Text selection is an essential activity in interactive systems, including virtual reality (VR)
head-mounted displays (HMDs). It is useful for: sharing information across apps or platforms …

BACKGROUND: Extended use of conventional computer input devices is associated with
negative musculoskeletal outcomes. While many alternative designs have been proposed, it …

When a user needs to reposition the cursor during text editing, this is often done using the
mouse. For experienced typists especially, the switch between keyboard and mouse can …

Computer mouse design can impact user comfort and performance. The effect of mouse
design on gamers, who use a mouse for long hours and apply higher velocity movements …

Prolonged use of a standard mouse is associated with musculoskeletal symptoms. This
review provides professionals with in-depth analysis of the literature regarding the evidence …

Tablet computers' hardware and software designs may affect upper extremity muscle activity
and postures. This study investigated the hypothesis that forearm muscle activity as well as …

Exercise induced performance fatigue has been shown to impair many aspects of fine motor
function in the distal upper limb. However, most fatiguing protocols do not reflect the …

BACKGROUND: Touch screen computers require significant arm and hand movements.
This can result to body discomfort and biomechanical load in users. OBJECTIVES: This …

Functioning as wrist stabilizers, the wrist extensor muscles exhibit higher levels of muscle
activity than the flexors in most distal upper-limb tasks. However, this finding has been …