McKneeler™ - Back Saving Kneeler

MicKneelerMicKneeler showing choice of coverings

What is it?

The McKneeler is an easily portable kneeling stool, used in conjunction with any chair to improve posture when sitting at a table or desk thus easing and preventing lower back pain.

How does it work?

  • It works in a way similar to a back saving kneeling chair by helping to maintain the lordosis (concave curvature) in your back. It is based on the principles enunciated in the booklet “Treat Your Own Back” by Dr Robin McKenzie. (See www.spinalpublications.co.nz).
  • Place kneeler under desk or table.
  • Sit on front edge of chair. (Tilt seat base forward if it is adjustable.)
  • Draw kneeler forward to support legs below knees.
  • Wriggle around as you work so as to keep arch in back and reduce back strain due to sitting.

Using the MicKneeler with feet on the floor.Using the MicKneeler with feet up on the footrest.The MicKneeler folds flat when not in use.

What are the advantages compared with a back saving kneeling chair?

  1. The McKneeler™ allows you to use your own office or other chair thus saving the high cost of a special chair.
  2. The McKneeler™ is light, compact and foldable allowing it to be easily carried from one location to another. It can be used on carpeted or hard surfaces, as rubber feet prevent slipping.
  3. The McKneeler™ is brought into use after you are seated in your usual chair. When leaving your chair, simply stand up as normal. No need to alter your usual sitting and standing sequence.
  4. The McKneeler™ tucks under your desk or table and can be easily brought into use or pushed out of the way as you wish.
  5. The McKneeler™ turns sitting into an active occupation allowing different muscles and postures to be used at any time without restraint.
  6. The McKneeler™ is easily adjustable for individual seating positions.
  7. The McKneeler™ is strongly constructed of wood, screwed and glued, with a fabric covered high quality plywood and foam kneeling board. It will last a lifetime in normal use.
  8. Over 25 years of experience has demonstrated the McKneeler’s™ effectiveness in reducing sitting-induced back pain.

Availability

The McKneeler™ is currently made to order with a 3 day lead time plus delivery time. It can be couriered anywhere in New Zealand. You may send your own fabric for covering with a minimum size of 550 mm x 500mm.

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The cost is $75.00 plus delivery charges which are $10 within the north island and $15 anywhere in New Zealand. Click here to make an enquiry or to place an order.

Mike Collins, Fantail Cottage, 336 Ohiwa Harbour Rd. RD 2 Opotiki 3198
Tel: +64 (0)7 315 4981, McKneeler@orcon.net.nz

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