Supports – Armrest or headrest – Armrest for writer
Patent
1994-02-18
1996-12-10
Chotkowski, Karen J.
Supports
Armrest or headrest
Armrest for writer
248918, 248118, 400715, B43L 1500
Patent
active
055823750
ABSTRACT:
A keyboard positioning system, either alone or in combination with other computer aids, which is ergonomic in design and allows for height adjustments to accommodate operators of different anatomical sizes, yet presets the angle of palm rest and angle of keyboard tray to a wrist neutral position to ensure the proper positioning of the operator's hands, wrist and fingers to greatly lessen or eliminate stress and strain injuries.
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