These days we are much more aware of our bodies and how the things that we do affect them. When you think of this the first thing that probably springs to mind is healthy eating and making sure that you eat the right foods. However we are much more complicated creatures than this and actually need to spend lots more time thinking about our bodies.
For example we are aware of the right and wrong way to pick up heavy items from the floor. We know that when using a computer we should sit straight on, with our back straight and take regular breaks. All of these things are things that we do to help ensure our bodies well being. It may not be now that we feel the effects but in years to come if we haven't taken these simple steps to helping our bodies then we will soon feel the aftermath.
If you are someone that uses a computer a lot then an ergonomic mouse could be exactly what you are looking for. An ergonomic mouse works in much the same as a traditional mouse does but they are built differently. They are shaped differently which can take some getting used to if you are not used to them, however they greatly reduce pressure on your wrists and soft tissue which prevents both short and long term damage.
The way you hold an ergonomic mouse is described as a pen grip. Think of the way you hold a pen and this will be something quite similar. A strange concept if you compare that to how you hold and use a mouse now but it is a concept that really works and one that you will quickly get used too.
This style of mouse allows for fast, fluid and pain free movement which is great for those that use computers a lot. They are quickly catching on as people come to realise their benefits and also how easy they are to use. They are reasonably cheap as well so if it sounds like something that may benefit you, it may be worth looking into one.