trying to find a good mouse with pinky and ring finger support

[RodClutcher]

hi so been hunnting for a mouse to replace the old one i use to use before changing to my current one
my old mouse was a $10 ebay buy cheap af with zero ability to change setting but it was one of the comfiest mouse i have even used due to having pinky and ring finger support.
every other mouse i have used gives me cramps on the left side on my hand due to how i grip my mouse and i cant change it even after two years of trying to adapt to a mouse with out support.
can anyone suggest a good mouse that looks like the one in the imagie posted because for the life of me i cant find none with finger supports
oh needs to be wireless

 

[Bill_Bright]

every other mouse i have used gives me cramps on the left side on my hand

This is exactly why you really need to go visit computer shops and try them out for yourself. HIDs (human interface devices - mice and keyboards) are extensions of our own hands. What feels great in my hand may feel awkward or even painful in yours.

That said, you might consider trying an upright mouse or a trackball mouse instead of traditional rodent type devices.

 

[RodClutcher]

This is exactly why you really need to go visit computer shops and try them out for yourself. HIDs (human interface devices - mice and keyboards) are extensions of our own hands. What feels great in my hand may feel awkward or even painful in yours.

That said, you might consider trying an upright mouse or a trackball mouse instead of traditional rodent type devices.

i have used a few different mice none feel good . i was considering a upright mouse but idk abut them for gaming. proably hard to aim with . i dont understand why the mouse manufacturers all forget about half your hand . hell looks like i need to buy a 3d printer and make my own lol or just live with out custom dip setting and macros and go back to them cheap ones while they still exist as its the only one like that i have been able to find . shame they break after a few months of heavy use

 

[Bill_Bright]

i dont understand why the mouse manufacturers all forget about half your hand .

I don't think that is a fair criticism. I have to say, yours is the first complaint of this kind I have heard. If it was a common problem, we would be seeing many more complaints and surely the makers would have addressed it.

The problem is more likely the size of your hand, how you position your hand/wrist/arm and approach your mouse, or as you suggested, how you grip the mouse.

Years ago, I used to work with a lot of numbers, and image editing too. I wore out my wrist with some pretty painful RSI resulting in carpel tunnel syndrome. I ended up doing three things. First, I moved my mouse to the left side of the keyboard and started using my mouse in my left hand. Being right-handed, and definitely NOT ambidextrous, I expected this to be a difficult challenge getting used to and developing the fine, coordinated motor skills I needed for precise mouse movements.

Surprisingly, it did not take me long at all. In fact, my productivity increased because I was able to use my mouse with my left hand while using the number keypad with my right. In less than a week, the pain and inflammation in my wrist was gone. No surgery needed! Now, using the mouse in my right hand feels awkward.

Oddly, I don't like left-handed mice (where the buttons are reversed). I also don't like "contoured" mice - where they are [supposedly] shaped specifically for the right (or left) hand. I much prefer a universal mouse.

The second thing I did was to use a mouse wrist pad - one of these specifically. The gel and soft cloth are gentle on the palm of my hand. But more importantly, it elevates and supports my wrist so I approach my mouse straight on at just the right height so my fingers just naturally cradle the mouse.

Third, I bought a split-angle "ergonomic" keyboard - the Microsoft 5050. I don't know who makes the keyboards and mice for Microsoft but I like these keyboards so much, I bought 3. This Perixx split keyboard is nice too and really illustrates the "split" feature. The split angles allows your arms to approach the keyboard from the left and the right (you know - out there where your arms attach to your shoulders!) at natural angles - instead of scrunching your arms in the middle. My problem with the Perixx is it is too big for my desk's keyboard tray. Other than that, typing on it feel good - at least to me.

I bought that Microsoft keyboard and mouse set for the keyboard - but I ended up really liking the universal (ambidextrous) mouse too.

My point is, you might find your finger problem is really a problem with nerves getting pinched in your wrist. And studying how your wrist approaches your mouse may help determine the best keyboard and mouse (and wrist pads?) for you.

 

[Norton]

The problem is more likely the size of your hand, how you position your hand/wrist/arm and approach your mouse, or as you suggested, how you grip the mouse.

^^^ This, ergonomics beyond just the mouse is nearly, if not more, important than the mouse itself

Years ago, I used to work with a lot of numbers, and image editing too. I wore out my wrist with some pretty painful RSI resulting in carpel tunnel syndrome. I ended up doing three things. First, I moved my mouse to the left side of the keyboard and started using my mouse in my left hand. Being right-handed, and definitely NOT ambidextrous, I expected this to be a difficult challenge getting used to and developing the fine, coordinated motor skills I needed for precise mouse movements.

Surprisingly, it did not take me long at all. In fact, my productivity increased because I was able to use my mouse with my left hand while using the number keypad with my right. In less than a week, the pain and inflammation in my wrist was gone. No surgery needed! Now, using the mouse in my right hand feels awkward.

I had the carpal tunnel surgery done on both wrists, from turning wrenches for over half my life but typing/mouse use did have a minor influence- unpleasant but it gives you a second chance to do things the right way. I use my left hand or right hand with the mouse and prefer to type lefty, weird for a righty to do but it's what feel natural to me

The second thing I did was to use a mouse wrist pad - one of these specifically. The gel and soft cloth are gentle on the palm of my hand. But more importantly, it elevates and supports my wrist so I approach my mouse straight on at just the right height so my fingers just naturally cradle the mouse

^^^ This 100%! The gel support is a great ergonomic support for getting your hand into a good position

My point is, you might find your finger problem is really a problem with nerves getting pinched in your wrist. And studying how your wrist approaches your mouse may help determine the best keyboard and mouse (and wrist pads?) for you.

Couldn't agree more

@RodClutcher - look into the ergonomics of your work/gaming space and make sure that your current mouse choice isn't just compensating for something else that may cause you more trouble as time goes by.

My preferred mouse choices atm- these work for me and don't cause me hand/wrist stress
Logitech G300s (ambidextrous- use with either hand freely)
Logitech M500s (righty contoured)
Logitech ??? (wireless version similar to the M500s... had it so long the model # is worn off lol)