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ergonomic kneeling chairs - anyone tried one? - Mal

Posted: Jun 05, 2012

Hello - My knees are a bit sensitive and I'm wondering if anyone out there who also has sensitive knees has ever tried one of these kneeling office chairs. They're supposed to be quite good for the back and posture, though as I said, I'm a wee concerned about the knees.

Anyone? Thanks so much in advance.

How would you work the pedal? - signalfire

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I've got sensitive knees too; for me the best thing is a good chair, adjustable arm rests, a platform to put the pedal on, and a foot rest for the other foot. I'm very short and have to have a lot of adjustability. I have no idea how you would use a pedal if your feet are back in one of those kneeling things.

Not for MT - Angie

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They are comfortable just for sitting, but you can't use a foot pedal with them. Not sure what condition you have with your knees but some weight does rest on your knees.

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