Good for computer use? I'm a software developer and spend 12-18 hours daily at a desk. Need something that won't bunch up in the abdominal area.
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It really depends on the length of your torso. I have short legs but a long torso - even after adjusting the straps as much as possible, this brace still came straight across my stomach - so was no help for my lower back.
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I would probably look for.a bigger lap desk. I also have a 13 inch MacBook and it's just right for the computer. If I push the computer up and to the left on the desk there is probably 2 inches at the bottom and 3 inches to the right.
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I take hourly breaks and occasionally swap the chair with a standard desk chair, but otherwise I'm fairly comfortable over 8 hours per day. regular chairs stress my back, this kneeling chair is easier on my back but is harder on my legs. Prolonged typing is hard on your body no matter what; yoga helps. I agree with happymom that it takes a couple weeks to get used to the kneeling chair, but after that it's fine. I wouldn't recommend for heavier people because the cushions do depress to the wood easily.
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The thing to keep in mind with this is that it is a kind of firm foam rubber, not hard plastic. I have never done it but I suppose it could fit on your stomach while you were reclining. The challenge you'll face with doing so is that because the wide flat center portion is not completely stiff, the weight of the laptop will likely push the 'bumps' down so the Cool Lift as a whole conforms to your tummy. Resulting in likely not really having 4 point support (two Tall and two small Bumps); but more like 3 point support (2 tall bumps and the dome of the center molded over your belly.... If that makes sense... The thing to keep in mind with this is that it is a kind of firm foam rubber, not hard plastic. I have never done it but I suppose it could fit on your stomach while you were reclining. The challenge you'll face with doing so is that because the wide flat center portion is not completely stiff, the weight of the laptop will likely push the 'bumps' down so the Cool Lift as a whole conforms to your tummy. Resulting in likely not really having 4 point support (two Tall and two small Bumps); but more like 3 point support (2 tall bumps and the dome of the center molded over your belly.... If... » Read More The thing to keep in mind with this is that it is a kind of firm foam rubber, not hard plastic. I have never done it but I suppose it could fit on your stomach while you were reclining. The challenge you'll face with doing so is that because the wide flat center portion is not completely stiff, the weight of the laptop will likely push the 'bumps' down so the Cool Lift as a whole conforms to your tummy. Resulting in likely not really having 4 point support (two Tall and two small Bumps); but more like 3 point support (2 tall bumps and the dome of the center molded over your belly.... If that makes sense... « Show Less
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I don't see this chair being useful for a computer desk. This chair is meant for use when relaxing, and you probably want to be productive at a computer desk. Personally I wouldn't buy this chair for computer desk.
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Yes. Mine is on a desk and the angle feels just right. I spend a few hours a day on my computer (I'm a teacher) and my hands and arms aren't tired at the end of the day. In the reviews, it sounded like a lot of people where using it on their lap because it's cooler, which means they could move their legs up or down to adjust the angle.
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I secure it around a back pad and it doubles the back padding while staying in place on the bottom. Don't expect cushy comfort for all day. When I go out for 4 hours, I am comfortable. Longer than that and I just don't think my body is built to stay in one position for that long.
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Hi, Anyone should be able to use it, but personally, I've found it to be uncomfortable to use. It digs into my wrists and causes numbness in my hands. The bean bag lap design is the only comfortable part of this lapdesk. I think the lapdesk should come with a removable bean cushion for the hard frame, so the user's hands and wrists can rest more comfortably during use. I hope this helped. Lydia
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Yes, that's what I use it for. But check the width of your laptop, keyboard, a/o monitor. I have my laptop on it, leaving just enough room for a mouse. Also isn't the best solution, ergonomically speaking. You really need your keyboard, monitor, and mouse at different heights. But this is a good, cheap interim solution for getting off your butt at the office.
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The mouse is rather large for everyday use in an office. I use it all the time but I have a very large desk and have a lot of room for the mouse. I would recommend finding a smaller mouse if space is an issue. Since the mouse is rather large it's full functionality might be harder to use with small hands. Other than that I really do like the mouse and would recommend it.
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I use it for gaming and must say it's not very ergonomic. Can't recommend it for your job.
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I use this for about 30 minutes...but if you are sitting at a desk all day...put it on low and just keep it on...I have and stretch my neck and rotate my shoulders to give myself a nice mini-massage with warm muscles.
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I love them for the convenience of being able to work on the computer while on conference calls; however, before the end of the day I have sore spots around my ears. My business partner also has these and he has a larger head than me and he said that he doesn't have any issues with it. This might not be helpful for you; guess it depends on how your head is shaped. It is definitely worth giving it a try.
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I work on the computer almost all day, and my pillow gets a lot of use. Well, as much as I wanted to like it (it was awesome at first), it has lost about half of its height due to compression. I have had this pillow couple of months now.
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I gave up on my WorkFit because my monitor jiggled too much. I switched to a Kangaroo for a year, and then bought a real sit-stand desk, which works beautifully (but cost $1400). I'm about to put my Kangaroo on Craig's List (email ghillerson@gmail.com if interested). I don't know how large the desk would need to be for the WorkFit, but it is heavy (and the assembly instructions suck). The kangaroo needs something like 26" or 28" of depth and about 24" of length.
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It's a great chair but I don't think it would be good for a computer chair. It sits too low and leans too far back to be comfortable. I love the chair though. Hope this helps.
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I ordered it some time ago, but I remember the dimensions being correct. That being said, I ordered it to use at a standard computer desk, but the chair was too short to be used comfortably for any amount of time. It's feasible to use at a desk if you sit up in it, but the frame doesn't provide back support this way. It's an awesome chair, but is now just where all the coats end up because of its impracticality.