Agreed. Have you tried Microsoft's Natural Mouse?[1] The way you describe gripping your mouse is how this one is shaped: you pretty much just rest your hand on it.
I've been using it for about 5 years[2] along with a mouse pad with palm rest and I've never had any wrist issues. Granted, I tend to use the keyboard as much as I can (even on Mac OS).
Incidentally, I also use Microsoft's Natural Keyboard, which is good enough for my typing habits. e.g. I don't hack non-stop for 6+ hours warranting a more expensive keyboard such as the Kinesis, and I tend to stretch and flex my fingers often.
Edit: Hmm, I just noticed the other comments regarding vertical mice. I'd never seen them before!
[2] I had it stored for a few months when I switched jobs and kept forgetting to taking it out, but it has lasted that long. I had to remove the gel pad a few months ago because it started to turn yellow and started to fall off. Otherwise, it's in perfect shape.
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Agreed. Have you tried Microsoft's Natural Mouse?[1] The way you describe gripping your mouse is how this one is shaped: you pretty much just rest your hand on it.
I've been using it for about 5 years[2] along with a mouse pad with palm rest and I've never had any wrist issues. Granted, I tend to use the keyboard as much as I can (even on Mac OS).
Incidentally, I also use Microsoft's Natural Keyboard, which is good enough for my typing habits. e.g. I don't hack non-stop for 6+ hours warranting a more expensive keyboard such as the Kinesis, and I tend to stretch and flex my fingers often.
Edit: Hmm, I just noticed the other comments regarding vertical mice. I'd never seen them before!
[1] http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Natural-Wireless-Laser-Mouse...
[2] I had it stored for a few months when I switched jobs and kept forgetting to taking it out, but it has lasted that long. I had to remove the gel pad a few months ago because it started to turn yellow and started to fall off. Otherwise, it's in perfect shape.