help me with the best 8-10 table set up

I have two fp2001, and one fp 17" that doesnt support 1200x1600. I currently have a regular mouse and a handheld trackball. Please give me advice on programs like MTH, and what kind of input (gamepad or whatever) that you reccomend to help me both stay on top of 8-10 tables AND limit my wrist and arm pain. I have scanned this board and read a little about autohotkey, but I am completely new to this kind of programmable stuff. HELP!