I think monitor arms are a must. Looking straight ahead rather than slightly down makes all the difference to me. And 2 computer monitors minimum, three if you don't have an external video screen (TV, projector).

I have a Command 8 for home and use a D-Command at work. If I had waited, I'd probably have gotten the MC Command as opposed to the Command 8, just for it's ability to program macros and expandability. The D-Command is great with it's ability to dive into plug-ins, and have pretty much any control at my fingertips. On my most recent show I abandoned the mouse (almost unplugged it) just to see if I could get by without it. Not only was I faster using keyboard shortcuts and the control surface, but that annoying pain in my right shoulder decreased significantly!

While I am looking at getting a new chair in the next month (at the recommendation of my chiropractor) my favorite ergonomic tool has been a stability ball. You simply can't slouch. I only bring it out once or twice a week, just to kinda readjust. But after a long day at the console, it's great for a stretch. And an added bonus, it has a nice deep ring to it when bounced off walls.

UPDATE:

Just stumbled across this workspace planner. Enter your height and it'll spit out the correct heights and distances for your chair, keyboard, & screens whether sitting or standing.

I think monitor arms are a must. Looking straight ahead rather than slightly down makes all the difference to me. And 2 computer monitors minimum, three if you don't have an external video screen (TV, projector).

I have a Command 8 for home and use a D-Command at work. If I had waited, I'd probably have gotten the MC Command as opposed to the Command 8, just for it's ability to program macros and expandability. The D-Command is great with it's ability to dive into plug-ins, and have pretty much any control at my fingertips. On my most recent show I abandoned the mouse (almost unplugged it) just to see if I could get by without it. Not only was I faster using keyboard shortcuts and the control surface, but that annoying pain in my right shoulder decreased significantly!

While I am looking at getting a new chair in the next month (at the recommendation of my chiropractor) my favorite ergonomic tool has been a stability ball. You simply can't slouch. I only bring it out once or twice a week, just to kinda readjust. But after a long day at the console, it's great for a stretch. And an added bonus, it has a nice deep ring to it when bounced off walls.