I am a grad student and need to study at NYC kitchen table. I need to be raised 5.5 inches to avoid terrible shoulder pain. Will this work? How hard
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I am not sure how thick this cushion is, maybe 5 to 6 inches. It is very supportive without being very hard. I highly recommend it. I think returning it is easy too if it doesn't work.
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200 pounds will compress the cushion to about 5 inches. If you weigh substantially less, it should work for you. Be aware that the surface ofthe cushion can be slippery and it's best not to wear polyester or nylon pants when using. However, wrapping the cushion with a turkish towel might cure slipping around if you must wear polyester pants. Also, it might be best to secure the cushion to the chair back by attaching the carryingstrap of the cushion to the chair-back uprights. All of this has worked well for our relative who uses the cushion. The cushion foam is stiff and dense.You'll have to try the cushion to determine if it's too hard for you. 200 pounds will compress the cushion to about 5 inches. If you weigh substantially less, it should work for you. Be aware that the surface ofthe cushion can be slippery and it's best not to wear polyester or nylon pants when using. However, wrapping the cushion with a turkish towel might cure slipping around if you must wear polyester pants. Also, it might be best to secure the cushion to the chair back by attaching the carryingstrap of the cushion to the chair-back uprights. All of this has worked well for our relative who uses the cushion. The cushion foam is stiff and... » Read More 200 pounds will compress the cushion to about 5 inches. If you weigh substantially less, it should work for you. Be aware that the surface ofthe cushion can be slippery and it's best not to wear polyester or nylon pants when using. However, wrapping the cushion with a turkish towel might cure slipping around if you must wear polyester pants. Also, it might be best to secure the cushion to the chair back by attaching the carryingstrap of the cushion to the chair-back uprights. All of this has worked well for our relative who uses the cushion. The cushion foam is stiff and dense.You'll have to try the cushion to determine if it's too hard for you. « Show Less
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This is a six inch cushon but you will sink a bit. Would probably raise you 5 inches at the most.
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I am 5'4 and I had to move mine up when I bought it. The way this is now, I can lay my upper body on my legs and weed. I have rheumatoid arthritis and it works without making me too sore.
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If it is just how to use it, I sit with the back of the chair against the door and bend my elbows in front of me. I then raise each arm not over extending the uppward motion. Start slow. Do not re-injur your shoulder. I used heat on my shoulder before and after. Your physical therapist should be able to give you advise for your needs if this foes not help. Always check with your Dr before doing anything new.
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It depends on the desk and the angle you are setting the stamina Instride at.Truthfully, if your desk has a key board shelf, you will probably have a very close, if not impossible, clearance for the way we use it at our house. If you lowered it to the lowest level, there is a possibility, BUT, the angle will be so shallow that you will probably be pushing the unit more than pedaling it - if you do not have a matt to make sure it does not "run away" from you.
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Yes, it raises you up only a bit, maybe a half inch or less. I like the product. Good luck
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Yes. the forearm rest height may be adjusted to be higher than the mouse pad. The mouse pad rests roughly one inch above the surface of the table. Pushing the two rotating ratchets to extremes, I am able to get the forearm rest roughly 4 inches above the mouse pad while keeping the forearm rest level. If you allow the forearm rest to tilt, you could get more height (though, I have no idea why anyone would need more than that).
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Thanks to everybody who answered! Much appreciated. I'm ordering one today and looking forward to loosening up my rickety shoulder!
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Go with it! I have dual ulnar impaction, which is a bone disorder causing RSI symptoms. Until I bought this, I was quite ready to go under the knife. It does work as advertised, from my experience. HOWEVER...Please be sure to study the general ergonomics applicable to your work environment. Desk height relative to arm positioning is EVERYthing. I picked up a 700 dollar adjustable electronic desk from Conset (http://www.conset.us/default.aspx). Our company is now using them for all employees ever since I tried it out.
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Very nice bench...measured 22'' from the floor on the first level setting (wide stance setting). I'm 6'2" and have no problems, so, @ 5'3" you should have no problems reaching the floor. Remember, you should be able to adjust the height on your keyboard, if that's too high. Best to you!!!
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You are going to be really squeezing it. I don't think it will work for you, as I am 6,1 and I must be at least 7 feet high when I am on the up and up part of the dip.I am so sorry, you can't use it in basement, maybe somewhere else, because it is definitely worth it.Good luck friend.
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You will be pushing it. The main thing I see is that there units sit low making it hard for even a 5' 10" person to lower themselves into. It will take very good knees for someone of your height to lower themself into and get back up out of.
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Best thing to do is find a chair in your house that is comfortable and measure the chair cushion height ***with the cushion compressed as if you are sitting on it with your full weight***. Getting a height too tall can result in circulation being cut off somewhat as the backs of your legs press against the webbing at a downward angle. I tried upsizing to the 21" model when I wore out my first 18" model and I had to go back to the 18" which is perfectly comfortable.
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I bought this for my 5'9" daughter, so I don't know... I'm 5'4" and I use a mall footstool at my office, when needed. If you sit on a chair low enough for your heights, you may be working at an (ergonomically) low position compared to the table/desk height, so a foot stool with a chair raised appropriately might be better for you anyway. The chair is very attractive and comfortable as is.
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Yes, I'm 5 feet tall and it is too high for me to prep food on but would work well for you.
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After consulting your doctor and given green light, definitely give the Turkish Getups, Arm Bar and shoulder presses a go. I'd suggest learning the proper techniques via an RKC or Strongfirst instructor and NOT via YouTube...there's a lot CR@P out there and you may not know which one is the "right" one to follow.Oh yeah for got to mention I had shoulder reconstruction surgery years ago and no problem. I even practice balistic type movements but would not suggest that for you until you mastered above exercises first.
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The foot rest is adjustable and I am 5'2" and had no problem. There was still room for adjustment. Neither should you. You don't put a lot of strain on your knee joints as you are held by the ankles. Invert slowly and use the less angled setting the first time, then determine if you can do more. Ask your doctor if they are okay with you using an inversion table.
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Hi Elizabeth. I had to lay across the table and pull the lever UP while really putting my full body weight onto it. I'm not that big of a person and this method works well for me. Hope this helps.