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Re:Why the Dvorak keyboard didn't take over the world (2014)... by danieldk on Wednesday June 07, 2023 @01:53PM (#36230571)
I use Colemak-DH and learned it through the Tarmak progression. RSI is probably the wrong reason to learn Colemak. It made little difference for me and as far as I know there is no scientific evidence that it helps.

Better: get an adjustable table and chair and ensure that they are correctly configured. Take regular breaks and do exercises. Get a keyboard that is split (to ensure that your wrists are not bent) and tented (to put our wrists at a more comfortable angle). Bonus points for column stagger. For me, switching to a Kinesis Advantage improved a lot to the point where I pretty much pain free.

(IANAD, but personal experience.)

Re:Why the Dvorak keyboard didn't take over the world (2014)... by nprateem on Wednesday June 07, 2023 @02:55PM (#36231690)
My MS ergonomic keyboard and vertical mouse definitely help. Never tried a Kinesis advantage though. I'll try it and see how I get on.