I need something reliable that will help elevate me on regular chairs because its hard to get up and down with knee and hip problems. Will this help?
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This cushion is VERY FIRM, and will give you all the support you need. I find it too firm for me. I'm 5'8, 190lbs.
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Gail, I am not sure about that. My tailbone is what I have a problem with. It was instant releif for me. I was able to drive long distance without my hip, leg, and foot going numb.
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Should help quite a bit because it elevates you to a slightly higher position so when you perform sit to stand, you are not starting as low. Best thing would be a higher chair with armrests you can push up on with your hands/arms.
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I use it when driving and it has been a life saver on long trips. It keeps it's shape, it's alitle more resilient than others I've tried. If your trying to use it to elevate yourself it will only raise your seat by about an inch,not sure that might help.
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The Varidesk Pro Plus lifts up not back. As long as the footprint fits on your desktop it shouldn't matter.
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Yes. I purchased a Sivian balance ball chair and also the adapters. Now I am at the right height when at my desk.
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The whole point of these chairs is to move the weight to your shins so that your back is not in the chair seated position. Resting on your shins is what helps reposition the back regardless of your height. I am 8" shorter than you, so I can't even play with the chair to test for your height, but the stool does go up two more knotches from where I have it. The thing about the higher position, though, that I don't think I'd like if I were taller is that the seat is much more on top of the leg rest. It might be toooo vertical for you. You might be better to get a higher end one that allows the knee rest to slide back and forth as well to prevent the vertical positioning, which would truly add to the pressure on your shins.
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I can't exactly answer your question but I might be able to help you make your decision. This machine gives no resistance itself. only the muscles required to move your legs. It will create movement of the foot, ankle, knee and hip joints much easier than an exercise bike. The sitting position can be adjusted depending on what you sit on. So if a doctor said to lightly exercise the hips, this is a good bet.
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No it's not. They do sell another type that may work, but with this one, you'll have to be able to pick up the chair about a foot off the ground. Scott Smith
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The stool is supposed to hold up to 600 pounds. I'm not as heavy as you, but I'm heavy. It should hold your weight. Not knowing your height or the height of your bed, I can't really say whether it would help you getting into your bed. I use it to reach my higher kitchen cabinets. I'm 68 with 2 hip replacements and needed something sturdy that I wouldn't go tumbling onto the floor! Both feet fit squarely on it. I suppose you could purchase it and return it or resell it if it didn't work for you. Good luck.
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I dont know if it is good for preventing knee problems, but the support it gives keeps me from re-injuring my knee.
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One thing I would add about this chair is that it is a very sturdy and well made chair and is not one of those cheap plastic inexpensive chairs. It can support a larger person, but not to an excessive point. I would not recommend going over a certain point without going up to a larger chair if you are real heavy in the hips and legs. Hope this helps.
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I would say no, I used to be a trainer and would recommend a bicycle similar to this. You can find the pedals only that are a bicycle motion, though I'm not sure where I've never shopped for it. That would fit with a chair better. This stepper only works by having your body weight to keep the motion going.
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Suggest you sit on the chair and push up with your legs until you get the height you need. Hope you like your chair as much as I do
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It will build leg muscle endurance, not strength. You might want to check out the specific quad strengthening exercises in "Treat Your Own Knee Arthritis" - you can do them at your desk too. Hope this helps!
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I used this to elevate my lower leg and ankle after surgery. The elevation is 8 inches high with a platform of 15 1/2 inches deep by 21 inches wide......don't know if this would work for you.
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I have used this while sitting in my recliner and also while sitting in a dining room chair. I am 4'9" tall so any chair I sit in my feet don't touch the ground. I have a gimpy knee. The main thing is the movement to help circulation, sit in what works for you and happy pedaling!
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I have a partial knee replacement on the left knee, and at first I didn't have any issues using the table. My orthopedic surgeon, however, is concerned that the weight on the knee would put too much stress on the appliance. There is no knee strap or way to limit the pull from the thighs upward, at least not with my table. That isn't to say that there isn't something out there to solve the issue, as I will also eventually have both knees done. The chair piece actually flattens as you tilt back, so there would need to be a place to secure the lower legs that can adjust as the tilt flattens out the table.
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Since the seat is wider than most it should provide more support. Not sure if this extra support helps a back problem. however.I would check with your doctor.
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I'm sorry but I have only used it to sit the back is strong enough to help you lift yourself up. I hope this helps