Are My Ergonomic Items Tax Deductible?

Question: Are My Ergonomic Items Tax Deductible?

Answer: Probably not. Certain medical expenditures, known as capital expenses, are tax deductible. Unfortunately, that new ergonomic keyboard typically is not (unless it is a business expense).

There are ways to take some ergonomic medical tax deductions, however. The IRS says: "You can include in medical expenses amounts you pay for special equipment installed in a home, or for improvements, if their main purpose is medical care for you, your spouse, or your dependent." Some ergonomic improvements, especially for handicap or special needs people, may be deductible.

Reources IRS Publication 502 - Medical and Dental Expenses