Articulated forearm support that moves with your work
Are Your Arms Unsupported Every Time You Reach for the Keyboard or Mouse?
Chair armrests can work well when you're sitting back, but they do not
always follow you forward towards the keyboard, mouse or detailed work area.
The Ergorest Arm Rest attaches directly to the desk and
supports the forearm on a padded articulated platform that can move with
you as your hand travels around the workstation.
Its three-pivot design, height adjustment and padded leather forearm support
make it a more dynamic option for people who need ongoing arm support
without fixing the arm in one position.
Support your forearm without pinning it to one place.
The Ergorest follows horizontal arm movement as you type, mouse or work
across the desk, giving the forearm somewhere to rest while still allowing
you to move around your working area.
A More Dynamic Alternative to a Fixed Armrest
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Three Pivot Points
The articulated structure moves horizontally with your forearm rather
than providing one fixed support point beside the chair.
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Height Adjustable
Fine-tune the forearm pad height so it supports the arm without pushing
the shoulder upwards.
PAD
Padded Forearm Support
A foam-padded leather support surface distributes contact beneath the
forearm rather than concentrating pressure directly through the wrist.
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Use on Either Side
The ambidextrous design can support either arm and can also be used as
a pair when bilateral support is required.
Why Can Forearm Support Matter at a Desk?
When your forearm has nowhere useful to rest, the shoulder and upper-arm
muscles may need to continuously support the weight of the arm while you work.
That becomes particularly relevant when chair armrests are too low,
too short or finish behind the position where your hands actually use
the keyboard and mouse.
The Ergorest moves the support point forward to the desk itself, closer
to the equipment you are using.
The articulated mechanism then allows your forearm to move while remaining
supported instead of asking you to choose between support and mobility.
The Support Moves as Your Arm Moves
This is the feature that most clearly separates the Ergorest from a static
padded arm support.
The articulated arm incorporates multiple pivot points so the pad can travel
with your forearm through normal horizontal movement at the workstation.
That can be particularly useful when your work involves moving repeatedly
between keyboard, mouse and nearby desk tasks rather than keeping the arm
in one fixed position.
Adjust the Height So Your Shoulder Can Stay Relaxed
The standard Ergorest provides approximately
75mm of arm-height adjustment.
The correct position is not simply the highest setting.
Adjust the pad so it supports some of the forearm's weight while allowing
the shoulder to remain naturally relaxed.
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If the support pushes your shoulder upwards, it is too high.
The goal is to reduce unsupported arm load, not create a new elevated
shoulder position.
Support the Forearm Rather Than Bracing Directly Through the Wrist
A traditional wrist rest provides a relatively small contact area close to
the hand.
The Ergorest instead supports further back along the forearm on a padded
platform measuring approximately 102mm × 131mm.
This allows the hand and wrist to remain available for keyboard and mouse
movement while some of the arm weight is supported further up the limb.
Padded Leather Support Surface
The forearm pad combines foam cushioning with leather upholstery to provide
a durable contact surface for regular workstation use.
The support should sit beneath the forearm rather than directly beneath a
sensitive wrist crease or pressure point.
Small changes in pad position can make a significant difference to how the
support feels during keyboard and mouse work.
Use One for Your Mouse Arm or Two for Bilateral Support
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Single Ergorest
Useful when one arm, commonly the mouse arm, needs additional support
while the other side is adequately supported by the workstation.
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Pair of Ergorests
Use one on each side when you want dynamic forearm support for both
arms during keyboarding or precision work.
Sold individually
One Ergorest Supports One Arm
If you want support on both sides of the workstation, order
two individual Ergorest Arm Rests.
Useful for More Than Keyboard and Mouse Work
Computer Work
Precision Tasks
Clinical & Technical Work
Detailed Hand Work
The moving forearm support can also be useful for tasks such as design,
inspection, laboratory work, craft, assembly and other activities where
the hand needs to move across a work surface while the forearm remains supported.
Check your desk before ordering
Standard Clamp Fits Desk Tops Approximately 15–43mm Thick
The standard Ergorest clamp requires a suitable desk edge with a thickness
between approximately 15mm and 43mm.
You also need sufficient accessible space underneath the desk for the
clamp to attach securely.
Drawers, cable trays, large support rails, deep edge profiles or other
structures immediately beneath the desktop may prevent correct installation.
Desk Edge Shape Matters Too
Clamp thickness is only one part of desk compatibility.
The Ergorest works best on a firm, substantially flat desk edge where the
upper and lower clamp surfaces can make secure contact.
Strongly rounded edges, pronounced lips, heavily bevelled surfaces or
unusual desktop profiles may prevent the clamp from sitting correctly.
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Unsure about your desk?
Measure the desktop thickness and send our team a photo of the front
edge and underside before ordering.
Attach It to a Stable Desktop
A desk-mounted arm support transfers load through its clamp into the
desktop.
Make sure the desk edge is structurally sound and suitable for a clamped
accessory before installation.
Take particular care with very thin hollow panels, fragile finishes,
glass desktops or unusual composite desk edges where concentrated clamp
pressure may be inappropriate.
Approximately 235mm Maximum Operating Span
The standard Ergorest mechanism provides an operating span of approximately
235mm.
Combined with its swivelling joints, this allows the support pad to move
across a useful working area rather than remaining directly beside the clamp.
If your task requires substantially greater reach or a specialised
configuration, contact us before ordering so the available variants can
be considered.
Set the Ergorest Up Around Your Working Position
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Position Your Chair & Desk
Establish a suitable seated or standing work height before adjusting
the forearm support.
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Set the Support Height
Raise or lower the pad until it supports the forearm without pushing
the shoulder upwards.
3
Bring Equipment Within Reach
Position the keyboard, mouse and work close enough that the articulated
support can follow normal arm movement without excessive reaching.
Need Additional Support for Mouse Work?
The Ergorest range also includes an option with a dedicated
mouse platform.
This can be useful when you want the mouse surface to move in closer
relationship with the supported forearm rather than keeping the mouse
separately on the desktop.
If your primary issue is mouse-arm reaching, consider whether the standard
Arm Rest or the mouse-platform version better suits your workstation.
Need the Arm Support Higher Than a Standard Desk Position?
An Extension Kit option is available for specialised
applications requiring the support pad higher above the desk.
The standard Ergorest includes an approximately
65mm base rod. The extension configuration can add
approximately 100mm or 200mm extension rods, with height
then fine-tuned using the locking adjustment.
This may be particularly relevant for standing work, laboratory benches,
grooming, inspection, precision work and other tasks performed above normal
seated keyboard height.
Can It Be Used with a Sit-Stand Desk?
Yes, provided the desk edge and underside are compatible with the clamp.
Because the support attaches to the desktop itself, it moves vertically
with the desk when the workstation changes between sitting and standing.
You may still need to adjust the Ergorest height or use an extension
configuration depending on the task and working position.
Ergorest or Chair Armrests?
DESK
Ergorest
Attaches at the desk and can follow the forearm forward into the active
keyboard, mouse or precision-work area.
CHAIR
Chair Armrests
Move with the chair and can provide useful support when sitting back,
but may finish behind the active hand position at the desk.
They can also complement each other. The best setup depends on where your
arms actually need support during your work.
Ergorest or Folding Ergo4arm?
ERGO
Choose the Ergorest If...
You want a premium articulated forearm support with multiple pivot
points, substantial horizontal mobility, height adjustment and a support
designed to move dynamically with your arm.
4ARM
Choose the Folding Ergo4arm If...
You want a simpler, more affordable padded desk-mounted support and
do not require the same articulated movement or specialist adjustability.
Ergorest or Wrist Rest?
These products solve different problems.
A keyboard wrist support provides a soft local contact surface close to
the hands, particularly during pauses in typing.
The Ergorest supports a much larger section of the forearm and moves with
the arm across the workstation.
If the main issue is that the entire forearm is unsupported or the shoulder
is continuously holding the arm away from the body, a forearm support is
usually the more relevant category to consider.
Support Doesn't Mean Keeping the Arm Still
The Ergorest is designed to support movement, not prevent it.
Continue moving naturally between tasks and allow the articulated support
to follow the forearm rather than deliberately holding the arm rigidly
on the pad.
You should also continue changing posture, standing and moving away from
the workstation regularly throughout the day.
Considering Arm Support Because Your Shoulder, Neck or Forearm Is Uncomfortable?
Supporting some of the forearm's weight can change the muscular demand
required to hold the arm during desk-based tasks.
That may make some work positions feel more comfortable, particularly
when existing chair armrests do not adequately support the active working area.
However, the Ergorest is not a treatment for neck pain, shoulder pain,
RSI, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow or another musculoskeletal condition.
Persistent or significant symptoms should be assessed by an appropriate
health professional, and the wider workstation should also be considered.
Product Details
Product Type
Articulated desk-mounted forearm support
Movement
Three articulated pivot points
Maximum Operating Span
Approximately 235mm
Height Adjustment
Approximately 75mm
Desk Clamp Opening
Approximately 15–43mm
Clamp Width
Approximately 45mm
Clamp Depth
Approximately 69.5mm
Arm / Pad Swivel
Up to 360°
Inner Arm Length
Approximately 146mm
Outer Arm Length
Approximately 89mm
Forearm Pad
Approximately 102mm wide × 131mm long
Structure
Aluminium alloy
Padding
Foam padded forearm support
Quantity
Sold individually
Available Configurations
Standard Arm Rest, Arm Rest with Mouse Pad, and Arm Rest with Extension Kit
Best For
Users needing dynamic forearm support during keyboarding, mousing,
precision work or other desk-based tasks
Is the Ergorest Arm Rest Right for You?
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A Strong Choice If...
Your forearm is unsupported while you keyboard, mouse or perform
detailed desk work, and you want a support that can move with the arm
instead of keeping it in one fixed position.
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Check Another Option If...
Your desk cannot accept a 15–43mm clamp, has an obstructed or unsuitable
edge, or you only need a simple fixed padded forearm support rather than
a premium articulated mechanism.
Not Sure Whether the Ergorest Will Fit Your Desk?
Use the Ask a Question option on this page and tell us
your desktop thickness, desk-edge shape, what is underneath the front edge
and whether you want support for one or both arms.
If possible, include a photo of the desk edge and underside. Our team can
help you compare the Ergorest with the Folding Ergo4arm and other forearm
support options before you order.
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2-Year Warranty
The Ergorest Arm Rest is covered by a
two-year warranty. If a covered fault develops during
the warranty period, we'll work with you to arrange repair or replacement
in accordance with our warranty terms.
Support Your Forearm Without Restricting the Way You Work
If chair armrests stop behind your active working position or your arm is
unsupported while using the keyboard, mouse or precision tools, the Ergorest
provides a padded articulated support that follows your forearm through the
workstation instead of asking you to work around a fixed armrest.
