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Contour SliderMouse Pro: This mouse saves your hands

For those who suffer with repetitive stress injuries, arthritis, or general hand pain, ergonomic accessories can be a lifesaver. There are plenty of dedicated keyboards around, with split or angled keys, but most mice you see have weird shapes that alter how you hold and interact with the device. Contour has a different and novel approach.

Its SliderMouse Pro acts as a highly maneuverable bar across the top of a wrist-rest. So, does this method help or hinder? I put it to the test to find out.

DESIGN & BUILD

At first glance, you’d be forgiven for thinking that this is a pretty standard wrist rest. The SliderMouse Pro has a wide, curved surface for precisely that function, with just the top area giving away its actual purpose.

The rest area is covered in what looks like fabric, but once you touch it you

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