Does anyone use a kneeling chair?

[Myneighboursnorlax]

I get terrible shoulder pain after sitting at my desk all day. It’s happened for years but I used to just put up with it. It’s only since going back to the office after working from home for nearly a year (with no pain) that I’ve realised just how bad it is. I’m sure it’s due to my terrible posture. I’ve tried different chairs, tried raising my computer screen, supportive mouse mat, etc.

I’ve seen places recommending kneeling chairs, but from the pictures I just can’t see how they’d stop me leaning forwards...

Does anyone use one and does it help? Thanks in advance!

I have one although it also has a rocking base and a sort of backrest, so as much as it’s a kneeling chair it’s more about helping you move through different positions throughout the day which is key.

The advice from this place was very helpful when I was looking at different options and was also where I ultimately bought my chair from: www.backinaction.co.uk/

As a user of a kneeling chair for several years (lower back problems), I think they can exacerbate shoulder / upper back tension.

I've given up sitting at all for work now and use a standing desk, I think it forces me to move more and take more frequent breaks.

What has been different about working from home that you've not had the pain, do you think?

[quote gothicsprout]I have one although it also has a rocking base and a sort of backrest, so as much as it’s a kneeling chair it’s more about helping you move through different positions throughout the day which is key.

The advice from this place was very helpful when I was looking at different options and was also where I ultimately bought my chair from: www.backinaction.co.uk/[/quote]
Thanks so much for your reply. I’ll check that link out

I bought one. But I just ended up with pain in my knees and ankles instead! It’s now being used to —unsuccessfully-- hold clean laundry in my room instead.

@BraxtonChic

As a user of a kneeling chair for several years (lower back problems), I think they can exacerbate shoulder / upper back tension.

I've given up sitting at all for work now and use a standing desk, I think it forces me to move more and take more frequent breaks.

What has been different about working from home that you've not had the pain, do you think?

Ah that’s interesting, thanks! Definitely not what I’d want in that case. To be honest I’ve been mostly working from my bed while at home (which I know sounds like it should make my posture worse) so propped up against pillows with my laptop on my knees. Obviously I can’t sit like that in the office though... and realistically it probably wouldn’t do me any good long term anyway!

@MarkRuffaloCrumble

I bought one. But I just ended up with pain in my knees and ankles instead! It’s now being used to —unsuccessfully-- hold clean laundry in my room instead.

Oh no! Thanks for sharing your experience - it sounds like it isn’t going to be the magic shoulder fixer I hoped it would be!

I use one every day and I find it helps to prevent lower back issues, can't say about your shoulder problems specifically but I think they help with posture generally

You shouldn't use a kneeling chair all day everyday. They are fine for short periods of comfortable.

Has your shoulder pain ever meant you've needed to take time off work? If so you may be ankle to have an Access to Work assessment which may open up more equipment for you. I had one for my back pain after my back had "gone" twice leading to time off work.

Following this I have a fancy super adjustable chair (I had an adjustable chair before but this one is so much better), a rocking foot rest, a sit stand desk (much better than just a standing desk as standing for long periods is also not good for you) and the thing that may most interest you a "contour" mouse.

The mouse is a revelation. I also had RSI and some shoulder pain and it completely resolved that. The mouse twists your arm slightly so your right shoulder is not curving round. So rather than your hand being horizontal, your hand is on the diagonal with the thumb facing up (if that makes sense!). You'd have to try it but it's way way better than a supported mouse mat or other wrist rest.

This is the one I have:

contour-design.co.uk/products/one-handed-mice/contour-mouse/

I got one for my husband and he loves it too.

My friend bought one of these and rates it. I've not tried it:

www.workhorsechair.com

I used to be a glass painter and used one there for a couple hours training. I found it great and I do have back problems.

My 'office chair' is a yoga ball. I find it really helps my posture and knocks out the vast majority of back/neck/shoulder niggles.

They're really inexpensive so maybe worth a try?

@RavingAnnie

You shouldn't use a kneeling chair all day everyday. They are fine for short periods of comfortable.

Has your shoulder pain ever meant you've needed to take time off work? If so you may be ankle to have an Access to Work assessment which may open up more equipment for you. I had one for my back pain after my back had "gone" twice leading to time off work.

Following this I have a fancy super adjustable chair (I had an adjustable chair before but this one is so much better), a rocking foot rest, a sit stand desk (much better than just a standing desk as standing for long periods is also not good for you) and the thing that may most interest you a "contour" mouse.

The mouse is a revelation. I also had RSI and some shoulder pain and it completely resolved that. The mouse twists your arm slightly so your right shoulder is not curving round. So rather than your hand being horizontal, your hand is on the diagonal with the thumb facing up (if that makes sense!). You'd have to try it but it's way way better than a supported mouse mat or other wrist rest.

This is the one I have:

contour-design.co.uk/products/one-handed-mice/contour-mouse/

I got one for my husband and he loves it too.

Thanks so much, that’s all really helpful!

Thank you to everyone who has commented, I’ll look into everything you’ve all suggested!