Kneeling posture chair sizing

[TheNiceGuy]

I was looking to get one of these chairs to give a break from the normal chair style while using my computer that ends up hurting my back. I can't seem to find any information about how to get the correct size for your body type. I was thinking of building my own if I can't find one in my size locally.

 

[sdifox]

Chair is one of those things I would not buy online.

 

[corkyg]

Totally agree! Some such chairs are adjustable, but I would go to my nearest local store and try them out. Here in Tucson, that would probably be "Relax The Back." Examples are here: https://www.google.com/search?sourc...G_enUS329&q=Adjustable+kneeling+chair+reviews

 

[TheNiceGuy]

Thanks guys. There's only one store that carries them in the city I'm living in, and they only have one chair it's about the right size for kids. The ones available online here All look within about the same ballpark. Getting a quality name brand one would probably need to be imported and cost a fortune.
I've been researching online a lot about these type of chairs, and it's not exactly clear the proportion seems to depend on your body type. I'm thinking to maybe try to make one myself from scratch, or even adapt a couple of normal office chairs.

 

[sdifox]

Thanks guys. There's only one store that carries them in the city I'm living in, and they only have one chair it's about the right size for kids. The ones available online here All look within about the same ballpark. Getting a quality name brand one would probably need to be imported and cost a fortune.
I've been researching online a lot about these type of chairs, and it's not exactly clear the proportion seems to depend on your body type. I'm thinking to maybe try to make one myself from scratch, or even adapt a couple of normal office chairs.

It's related to your leg proportions.

 

[mv2devnull]

That "Flash Furniture Wooden Posture Chair" is essentially what I've had over two decades now. Had a different brand/vendor name and lacks caster wheels, but otherwise very close.

There will be pressure on shins.

While the chair does encourage better posture, one can still sit "improperly".

 

[TheNiceGuy]

Thanks for the suggestions.
I did a lot of research. I also made up plans to make my own, and may do that in the future for other people.
I wanted to know what a "real" one is like, so I bought the best one I could find. It's a Balans Variable made in Norway. I got a used one in very good condition from a local auction site for $150.
I think the general concept is to keep your body moving. "Active sitting" is the catchphrase. I can swap between my two chairs depending on how I feel.

 

[sm625]

I was looking at kneeling chairs and came across thiss image...

In case anyone was wondering what these chairs are for, hope this helps.

 

[corkyg]

Hmmm! A rocking kneeling chair.