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2011 MacbookPro - trackpad causes sore fingers

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docyoast

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Aug 12, 2008
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I was wondering whether other people experienced the same thing, namely:
When I use the trackpad for longer periods (several hours surfing the web), I get painful fingertips, like there some electric current going through my fingers via the trackpad.
Anyone suffering from the same symptoms?
 
I don't have sore fingers even after using my laptop for long periods of time. Are you new to laptops by any chance?
 
That's a new one to me... Is it possible that you may be allergic to the material or something? That's about the only thing I can think of, as far fetched as that sounds.
 
Get a mouse and that should help. If you want to keep the finger gestures, buy the Magic Mouse - it's great!


Cheers, Macjim.
 
docyoast said:
I was wondering whether other people experienced the same thing, namely:
When I use the trackpad for longer periods (several hours surfing the web), I get painful fingertips, like there some electric current going through my fingers via the trackpad.
Anyone suffering from the same symptoms?
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There is a small amount of electric current that Apple uses to reprogram and brainwash us. ha..ha...ha... Just kidding. (I THINK)

You might wish to go here: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2490#l1

Once you've got it set to your preferences you will find it's great.
 
Used mine all day at work today, no issues here. This is my first day of full time Macbook Pro usage at work, I used to use a PC with a trackball. I enjoy using the Magic Trackpad much more, but yet also still have the Magic Mouse available when I need to do more precision things like editing music. ;)
 
docyoast said:
I was wondering whether other people experienced the same thing, namely:
When I use the trackpad for longer periods (several hours surfing the web), I get painful fingertips, like there some electric current going through my fingers via the trackpad.
Anyone suffering from the same symptoms?
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Not here.
 
Best recommendation I have is to enable tap to click, so you don't have to physically "click" the trackpad by pressing down. This may help with your pain.
 
Me too

But I have been having this problem for the longest time. I am a law student and after studying for 10 hours scrolling through and outline my fingers were killing me. (My Fingers hurt ala Happy Gilmore). I read in another thread that people have had success with putting an Iphone screen cover on the track pad. From what I notice, it's not thatI am pressing so hard, it seems like there is a low electrical current running through the pad. At the end of long study session my fingers feel like the tips have been cut off, no lie.
 
docyoast said:
I was wondering whether other people experienced the same thing, namely:
When I use the trackpad for longer periods (several hours surfing the web), I get painful fingertips, like there some electric current going through my fingers via the trackpad.
Anyone suffering from the same symptoms?
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Either you have a faulty/poorly grounded trackpad, or you press way too hard on it all the time without realizing it.

Bring it to apple, you have a warranty, use it.
 
I had this problem with my 2007 MacBook Pro. It felt like electricity was running along the top of the case and trackpad, and it gave my fingers/palms a weird feeling. It went away after a few months.

I am one of those people who has skin oil that oxidizes the aluminum finish, though, if that has anything to do with it.
 
docyoast said:
I was wondering whether other people experienced the same thing, namely:
When I use the trackpad for longer periods (several hours surfing the web), I get painful fingertips, like there some electric current going through my fingers via the trackpad.
Anyone suffering from the same symptoms?
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I've had similar experiences while using my MBP 2011 (Early). I think you should consider repositioning your hand/palm while using, so that you are in the most comfortable position and get an external mouse because trackpad is a pain when reading lengthy documents which require you to scroll forever.

Regarding the current flow issue, correct me if I am wrong, but have you bought you're MBP from some other country ? If so, the earthing of the current is different in different countries. Try getting an adaptor that is made for your country wall outlets and make sure it has an earthing out-let. In which case, you might also consider using the extension that came along your MBP.

Hope that helps. Enjoy your MBP!
 
I have the same problems. There is too much friction from the trackpad material. After long internet sessions (2-3 hours) the finger tips get sore and have even blistered. I just got this mac back in December and started noticing it in Early Feb. I only use it about 3-5 hours per day and am not happy. Potential Class Action Suit?
 
dmlanger said:
After long internet sessions (2-3 hours) the finger tips get sore and have even blistered. I just got this mac back in December and started noticing it in Early Feb. I only use it about 3-5 hours per day and am not happy.
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Uh... don't press so hard?

Potential Class Action Suit?
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When only one person whines about something then sues, it's not considered a class action suit.
 
dmlanger said:
I have the same problems. There is too much friction from the trackpad material. After long internet sessions (2-3 hours) the finger tips get sore and have even blistered. I just got this mac back in December and started noticing it in Early Feb. I only use it about 3-5 hours per day and am not happy. Potential Class Action Suit?
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You're going to sue your parents for bad finger genes? That's cold man.
 
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