Vertical-mouse wrist rest having ergonomic support structure

Abstract

A vertical-mouse wrist rest having an ergonomic support structure, according to the present invention, comprises: a first support part which supports, from a lower side, the wrist of a user holding a vertical mouse, and which supports an outer region with respect to the center of the wrist; and a second support part, which is connected to one side of the first support part in an upright form so as to support, from a lateral side, the wrist and forearm of the user holding the vertical mouse and support an inner region with respect to the center of the wrist, and the wrist rest is formed of an elastically deformable material.

Description

Wrist rest for a vertical mouse with an ergonomic support structure

[0001] The present invention relates to a wrist rest for a mouse, and more specifically, to a wrist rest specialized for a vertical mouse and having an ergonomic support structure.

[0002] Conventional horizontal mice had a structural drawback that could strain the wrists and shoulders during prolonged use. To address this issue, vertical mice featuring ergonomic designs were introduced.

[0003] Such vertical mice are designed to maintain the wrist in a natural position, providing a function that reduces strain on the shoulder and wrist. However, vertical mice have a potential drawback in that users may still experience discomfort due to insufficient support for the wrist and arm.

[0004] When using a vertical mouse, if the position of the wrist and arm is not properly supported, excessive pressure may be applied to the inner and outer parts of the wrist, which can lead to conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome with prolonged use.

[0005] In particular, since the wrist is positioned at an angle due to the nature of a vertical mouse, unnecessary stress may occur on the inner and outer sides of the wrist if an appropriate support structure is not provided.

[0006] Existing wrist rests are designed with standard horizontal mouse usage in mind, so they have a problem in that they are not suitable for the unique usage environment of a vertical mouse.

[0007] Therefore, there is a need for a wrist rest that can solve these problems by effectively supporting the wrist and forearm when using a vertical mouse.

[0008] The present invention is devised to solve the problems of the aforementioned prior art and aims to provide a wrist rest for a vertical mouse that appropriately supports the wrist and forearm of a user using a vertical mouse, thereby minimizing fatigue even during prolonged use and reducing the possibility of long-term damage.

[0009] The problems of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned problems will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0010] A wrist rest for a vertical mouse having an ergonomic support structure according to the present invention for achieving the above-mentioned purpose comprises a first support member configured to support the wrist of a user holding a vertical mouse from below, specifically supporting an outer region based on the center of the wrist, and a second support member connected in an upright form to one side of the first support member to support the wrist and forearm of a user holding a vertical mouse from the side, specifically supporting an inner region based on the center of the wrist, and is formed to have an elastically deformable material.

[0011] At this time, the first support member may include a first-1 support member that supports the ulna region of the user's wrist and a first-2 support member that is connected to the first-1 support member and supports the lateral region of the ulna of the user's wrist.

[0012] In addition, the highest point of the first-2 support part is formed at a higher position than the first-1 support part, thereby fixing the lateral region of the ulna of the user's wrist and preventing rotation of the user's wrist.

[0013] Additionally, the second support member may include a second-1 support member that supports the connection area between the radius and carpal bones of the user's wrist, and a first-2 support member that is connected to the second-1 support member and supports the forearm area away from the user's wrist.

[0014] At this time, the highest point of the 2-1 support part is formed at a position higher than the 2-1 support part, so that it can support up to the area adjacent to the user's thumb.

[0015] And the above 2-1 support portion may be formed to protrude toward the usage position of the vertical mouse relative to the above 1 support portion.

[0016] In addition, the second support portion may be formed to protrude toward the side opposite to the usage position of the vertical mouse relative to the first support portion.

[0017] Meanwhile, the second support member may include a protruding wing portion that extends upward and protrudes, and is formed so that its thickness gradually decreases as it goes upward.

[0018] In addition, an inwardly recessed groove may be formed on the front side of the connection area where the first support member and the second support member are connected to each other.

[0019] The wrist rest for a vertical mouse having an ergonomic support structure according to the present invention for solving the above-mentioned problem can significantly reduce fatigue and discomfort that may occur when a user uses a mouse for a long time by effectively supporting the wrist and forearm while the user uses the vertical mouse.

[0020] In particular, unlike conventional wrist supports, the present invention is designed to support both the inner and outer sides of the wrist, which has the advantage of reducing the risk of repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome.

[0021] In addition, the present invention is formed from an elastically deformable material, providing flexibility to adapt to various wrist shapes and sizes of the user. This can provide a personalized support structure and deliver better comfort and support effects by evenly distributing pressure applied to the wrist and arm.

[0022] In addition, the present invention maintains a natural posture of the wrist and forearm through a dual support structure that supports the outer and inner regions respectively based on the center of the wrist, thereby preventing the wrist from rotating or flexing excessively when the user uses a mouse, and protecting the health of the wrist and arm even during long-term use.

[0023] In conclusion, the wrist rest of the present invention minimizes the possibility of fatigue and injury to the wrist and forearm that may occur when using a vertical mouse, and provides the user with optimal comfort and stability. This offers a more advanced user experience compared to existing wrist rests and can play an important role in long-term health management.

[0024] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description in the claims.

[0025] FIGS. 1 and FIGS. 2 are drawings showing a wrist rest for a vertical mouse according to a first embodiment of the present invention viewed from various angles.

[0026] Figure 3 is a diagram showing the skeletal structure of the wrist portion of the human body.

[0027] FIGS. 4 and FIGS. 5 respectively show the front and rear views of a wrist rest for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention, and are drawings showing the surface curvature of the first support member.

[0028] FIG. 6 is a side view of a wrist rest for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention, showing the surface curvature of the second support member.

[0029] FIGS. 7 and FIGS. 8 are drawings showing a user operating a vertical mouse while using a wrist rest for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] FIG. 9 is a drawing showing the appearance of the recessed groove and the protruding wing portion while the user is using the wrist rest for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] FIGS. 10 and FIGS. 11 are drawings showing the application of a height adjustment pad to a wrist rest for a vertical mouse according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] In this specification, where a component (or region, layer, part, etc.) is described as being "on," "connected," or "combined" with another component, it means that it may be directly placed / connected / combined with the other component, or that a third component may be placed between them.

[0033] Identical reference numerals denote identical components. Additionally, in the drawings, the thicknesses, proportions, and dimensions of the components are exaggerated for the effective illustration of the technical content.

[0034] "And / or" includes all one or more combinations that the associated configurations can define.

[0035] Terms such as "first," "second," etc., may be used to describe various components, but said components should not be limited by said terms. These terms are used solely for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the first component may be named the second component, and similarly, the second component may be named the first component. A singular expression includes a plural expression unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0036] Additionally, terms such as "below," "lower side," "above," and "upper side" are used to describe the relationships between the components depicted in the drawings. These terms are relative concepts and are described based on the directions indicated in the drawings.

[0037] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) have the same meaning as generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Additionally, terms such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant technology, and are explicitly defined herein unless interpreted in an ideal or overly formal sense.

[0038] Terms such as "include" or "have" are intended to indicate the existence of the features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in the specification, and should be understood as not precluding the existence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0039] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

[0040] FIGS. 1 and FIGS. 2 are drawings showing a wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to a first embodiment of the present invention viewed from various angles.

[0041] As illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2, a wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention includes a first support member (110) and a second support member (120).

[0042] The first support member (110) is formed in a structure that supports the wrist of a user using a vertical mouse from below, and the first support member (110) is also provided to support an outer area based on the center of the wrist.

[0043] Accordingly, the first support member (110) allows the user's wrist to be positioned naturally so that unnecessary pressure is not applied to the outer part of the wrist.

[0044] The second support member (120) is connected to one side of the first support member (110) in an upright form and serves to support the wrist and forearm from the side while the user is holding the vertical mouse.

[0045] In particular, the second support member (120) is provided to support the inner area based on the center of the wrist, so that the user's wrist and forearm can be maintained in an appropriate position, thereby reducing the burden on the wrist and arm even during prolonged use.

[0046] And the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the present invention, including such a first support member (110) and a second support member (120), can be formed of an elastically deformable material.

[0047] Accordingly, the present invention can adapt to various sizes and shapes of the user's wrist and forearm, and can flexibly deform to fit the user's individual physical condition to provide comfort.

[0048] For example, silicone, neoprene, foam rubber, polyurethane gel, latex, ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA Foam), etc. may be applied as the material of the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the present invention. However, it goes without saying that various materials other than those listed may be applied as the material of the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the present invention.

[0049] Meanwhile, Fig. 3 is a diagram showing the skeletal structure of the wrist portion of the human body.

[0050] As shown in Fig. 3, the skeleton near the wrist is largely composed of the radius and the ulna. The radius is located on the outer side of the wrist, and the ulna is located on the inner side. These two bones extend from the elbow to the wrist, supporting the wrist and enabling movement.

[0051] The median nerve passes between the radius and the ulna, and it is responsible for sensation and movement in the hand and fingers. In particular, the median nerve passing through the carpal tunnel can be easily compressed depending on the position or pressure of the wrist, which can cause problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome.

[0052] Therefore, wrist support devices or supports must be designed with this skeletal structure in mind, and particular care must be taken to properly support the radius and ulna while avoiding compression of the median nerve.

[0053] FIGS. 4 and FIGS. 5 respectively show the front and rear views of a wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention, and are drawings showing the surface curvature of the first support member (110).

[0054] Figure 6 shows a side view of a wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention, and is a drawing showing the surface curvature of a second support member (120).

[0055] Hereinafter, the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse of the present embodiment will be described in more detail with reference to FIG. 1 to 6 together with FIG. 3 described above.

[0056] In this embodiment, the first support member (110) may include a first-1 support member (111) that supports the ulnar region (11) of the user's wrist and a first-2 support member (112) connected to the first-1 support member (111) that supports the ulnar outer region (12) of the user's wrist.

[0057] The first support portion (111) supports the ulna region (11) of the wrist, and through such support, the inner part of the wrist can be protected from external pressure.

[0058] The first-second support member (112) is connected to the first-first support member (111) and serves to support the lateral region (12) of the ulna of the user's wrist. This first-second support member (112) assists in stably supporting the lateral region of the wrist to prevent rotation or twisting of the wrist.

[0059] In this embodiment, the highest point of the first-2 support part (112) may be formed at a higher position than the first-1 support part (111). This difference in height serves to prevent the wrist from rotating or twisting by fixing the lateral region (12) of the user's wrist.

[0060] Therefore, the first and second support parts (112) help maintain the wrist in a natural position and can contribute to reducing the burden on the wrist and arm even during prolonged use.

[0061] In addition, in this embodiment, the second support member (120) may include a second-1 support member (121) that supports the connection area (21) between the radius and carpal bone of the user's wrist, and a second-2 support member (122) that is connected to the second-1 support member (121) and supports the forearm area (22) away from the user's wrist.

[0062] The second-1 support portion (121) supports the connection area (21) between the radius and carpal bones of the wrist, providing stability to the wrist and assisting in maintaining the position of the carpal bones and radius.

[0063] The second-2nd support (122) is connected to the second-1st support (121) and supports the lower region (22) of the forearm, thereby helping the wrist and arm maintain a natural posture.

[0064] At this time, the highest point of the second-1 support member (121) can be formed at a higher position than the second-2 support member (122). Accordingly, in this embodiment, the second-1 support member (121) can support up to the area adjacent to the user's thumb, and can maintain the position of the wrist and hand more stably.

[0065] That is, this embodiment stably supports the area near the thumb through the height difference between the 2-1 support part (121) and the 2-2 support part (122), and can prevent rotation or excessive movement of the wrist and hand during use.

[0066] In addition, in this embodiment, the second-1 support member (121) has a shape formed to protrude toward the first support member (110) toward the usage position of the vertical mouse. This shape prevents the wrist from being excessively bent when the user uses the vertical mouse and allows for stable support of the wrist bone and radius.

[0067] In addition, the second support member (122) has a shape formed to protrude from the first support member (110) on the side opposite to the usage position of the vertical mouse. This shape stably supports the lower part of the user's forearm, preventing excessive twisting of the wrist and forearm, and allows the wrist to maintain a comfortable position during use.

[0068] Meanwhile, the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse of the present embodiment is characterized by having a protruding wing portion (123) formed that extends and protrudes above the second-1 support portion (121) of the second support portion (120), and also having a recessed groove (130) formed inwardly on the front side of the connection area where the first support portion (110) and the second support portion (120) are connected to each other.

[0069] The protruding wing portion (123) extends upward from the second-1 support portion (121) to support the wrist floating in the air, and is also formed so that its thickness gradually decreases toward the top, allowing it to move flexibly.

[0070] Therefore, the protruding wing portion (123) can assist the user in operating the vertical mouse in detail.

[0071] The recessed groove (130) serves to assist the user's wrist in positioning naturally. Specifically, the recessed groove (130) reduces pressure by preventing direct contact with the inner part of the wrist, thereby minimizing the possibility of damage to the median nerve. In other words, the recessed groove (130) protects the carpal tunnel, thereby preventing problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome.

[0072] Additionally, the recess (130) can be formed to have various sizes and depths to fit the various sizes and shapes of the user's wrist.

[0073] FIGS. 7 and 8 are drawings showing a user operating a vertical mouse (VM) while using a wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 6 and 7 visually show how the wrist and forearm are supported by the rest (100) when the user is holding the vertical mouse (VM).

[0074] As shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, when a user holds a vertical mouse (VM), the wrist is supported from below by a wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the present invention.

[0075] At this time, the first support member (110) stably supports the outer side of the user's wrist, and the inner side of the wrist is supported from the side by the second support member (120). It can be seen that this type of support helps the wrist and forearm maintain a natural and comfortable posture while the user operates the mouse.

[0076] Hereinafter, other embodiments of the present invention will be described. In the embodiments to be described below, redundant descriptions of components already described in the aforementioned first embodiment will be omitted.

[0077] FIG. 9 is a drawing showing the appearance of the recessed groove (130) and the protruding wing portion (123) while the user is using the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0078] As shown in FIG. 9, when a user places their wrist on the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the first embodiment of the present invention, it can be seen that a space is formed between the area near the user's median nerve and the recessed groove (130).

[0079] In addition, in this state, it can be seen that the protruding wing portion (123) stably supports the user's wrist portion facing upward, and in particular, as described above, the protruding wing portion (123) has a structure in which the thickness gradually decreases as it goes upward, so it can be flexibly deformed in response to the movement of the user's wrist joint.

[0080] FIGS. 10 and FIGS. 11 are drawings showing the application of a height adjustment pad (140) to a wrist rest for a vertical mouse according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0081] A wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse according to the second embodiment of the present invention illustrated in FIGS. 10 and 11 performs the function of comfortably supporting the user's wrist and forearm, and may include additional components to compensate for the decrease in elasticity due to long-term use.

[0082] With such a configuration, the present invention may further include a height adjustment pad (140) formed to have a shape corresponding to a wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse and a predetermined thickness. Such a height adjustment pad (140) is positioned at the bottom of the wrist rest (100) and is designed to adjust the height of the wrist rest.

[0083] And the height adjustment pad (140) can be used when the elastic material of the wrist rest (100) for the vertical mouse loses its elasticity and the height gradually decreases due to prolonged use. That is, the user can use one or multiple height adjustment pads (140) stacked as needed, thereby restoring the original height and support of the wrist rest (100).

[0084] These height adjustment pads (140) can be used by stacking multiple pads in stages, and each pad is designed to match the original shape of the wrist rest (100) so as not to cause discomfort to the user's wrist and forearm.

[0085] Additionally, the height adjustment pad (140) may be made of a material different from that of the wrist rest (100) for the vertical mouse, but it may also be made of a material formed to have elasticity similar to that of the wrist rest (100) for the vertical mouse. Accordingly, the height adjustment pad (140) can provide an initial user experience and support.

[0086] Therefore, this embodiment allows the user to maintain comfort and support even when using the wrist rest (100) for a long time through the height adjustment pad (140), and can provide the effect of extending the lifespan of the wrist rest.

[0087] In addition, in the present embodiment, the height adjustment pad (140) may include a fixing projection (141) protruding upward so that it can be stably coupled to the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse.

[0088] Such a fixing projection (141) is formed on the upper part of the height adjustment pad (140) and is formed in a structure that fits into a fixing groove (101) formed on the lower part of the wrist rest (100) for a vertical mouse.

[0089] That is, the fixing projection (141) and the fixing groove (101) assist in stably connecting the height adjustment pad (140) to the wrist rest (100) and prevent the pad from slipping or detaching during use. Therefore, by inserting the fixing projection (141) into the fixing groove (101), the wrist rest (100) and the height adjustment pad (140) become integrated, enabling stable use.

[0090] Additionally, an auxiliary fixing groove (142) may be formed in the lower part of the height adjustment pad (140). This auxiliary fixing groove (142) performs the same function as the fixing groove (101) and can be used when another height adjustment pad (140) is applied.

[0091] That is, when the user wants to raise the height of the wrist rest (100), the fixing projection (141) of another height adjustment pad (140) can be inserted into the auxiliary fixing groove (142) of the existing height adjustment pad (140) to fix it.

[0092] This structure allows multiple height adjustment pads (140) to be stacked as desired by the user, while each pad is firmly connected to provide stable support.

[0093] Preferred embodiments according to the present invention have been described above, and it is obvious to those skilled in the art that, in addition to the embodiments described above, the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or scope thereof. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be regarded as illustrative rather than restrictive, and accordingly, the present invention is not limited to the description above but may be modified within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A first support member provided to support the wrist of a user holding a vertical mouse from below, and to support an outer region with respect to the center of the wrist; and A second support member connected in an upright form to one side of the first support member, supporting the wrist and forearm of a user holding a vertical mouse from the side, and configured to support an inner area based on the center of the wrist; Includes, Formed to have an elastically deformable material, Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

2. In Paragraph 1, The above-mentioned first support member is, A first support portion that supports the ulnar region of the user's wrist; and A first-2 support connected to the above first-1 support and supporting the lateral region of the ulna of the user's wrist; including, Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

3. In Paragraph 2, The highest point of the first-2 support portion is formed at a position higher than the first-1 support portion, thereby preventing rotation of the user's wrist by fixing the lateral region of the ulna of the user's wrist. Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

4. In Paragraph 1, The above second support member is, A second-1 support portion supporting the connection area between the radius and carpal bones of the user's wrist; and A first-2 support connected to the above second-1 support and supporting the forearm area away from the user's wrist; including, Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

5. In Paragraph 4, The highest point of the above-mentioned 2-1 support portion is formed at a position higher than the above-mentioned 2-1 support portion, supporting up to the area adjacent to the user's thumb, Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

6. In Paragraph 4, The above 2-1 support member is formed to protrude toward the usage position of the vertical mouse relative to the above 1 support member, Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

7. In Paragraph 4, The above 2-2 support member is formed to protrude toward the side opposite to the usage position of the vertical mouse with respect to the above 1 support member, Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

8. In Paragraph 1, The above second support member is, Includes a protruding wing portion that extends upward and protrudes, and is formed to gradually decrease in thickness toward the top. Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

9. In Paragraph 1, A recessed groove formed inwardly on the front side of the connection area where the first support member and the second support member are connected to each other. Wrist rest for a vertical mouse.

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