Footrests, they come in all shapes and sizes, from ergonomically focused space ship shaped monstrosities to simple wooden blocks that look as comfortable as a rock. We at FarFromTall have scoured the internet to find you the top 5 footrests that will allow you to work harder, longer, while reducing leg, knee and back pain.
Read below and let us know what you think.
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ErgoFoam Adjustable Desk Foot Rest for Added Height
Product Description: Featuring a curved foam mesh construction for the ultimate in comfort and breathability, The ErgoFoam Adjustable Desk Foot Rest by The ErgoFoam Store allows you to sit comfortable and ergonomically in your chair for extended periods of time. If you like to sit at your desk with your shoes off this is a comfortable option.
PROS
CONS
Easy to use comfortable for use without shoes
Memory Foam for ultimate comfort
Adjustments are limited to adding or subtracting foam pad
HUANUO Footrest Under Desk
Product Description: The Huanuo Footrest Under Desk adjustable foot rest is a great addition to any home office or cubicle. Featuring a 30 degree tilt angle, enough adjustments to make a Cadillac Low-rider blush, and an addictive center rolling foot massage area, the Huanuo Footrest is as fun to use as is ergonomic. Your office suitemates will get annoyed at the rolling of the foot massage rollers but you won’t care because you’ll be in comfy feet mode bliss and unable to hear their cries for you to stop being annoying.
PROS
CONS
Massage rollers are comfortable and work to loosen tight knots in bottom of foot while working at desk
Multi-adjustment design allows for perfect ergonomics
Massage rollers at center of footrest are addictive to use and you will annoy your coworkers (ask me how) with relentless spinning of the rollers
Humanscale Foot Machine
Product Description: The Humanscale Foot Machine, a piece of furniture so nice looking I almost feel bad putting my feet up on it. Featuring a curved wood finish and a flat top, The Humanscale Foot Machine by Humanscale is a great addition to the style obsessed short office worker.
PROS
CONS
Look like you belong in the corner office
More style than substance, looks amazing but lacks multi-adjustments
Fellowes Climate Control Footrest
Product Description: A heated and cooled adjustable foot rest with surface bumps to keep your feet from slipping? Are you freaking serious? Heck yes I am! The Fellowes Climate Control Footrest will give your feet the comfort they deserve while giving you perfect chair ergonomics, especially when combined with a task chair like the Herman Miller Aeron (Size A, trust me!). The Felllowes Climate Control Footrest is the footrest that will make you the envy of the office.
PROS
CONS
HEATED AND COOLED FOOTREST!
Adjustable footrest
Surface massage bumps
Three temperature settings: cool fan, low and high heat
Fan noise could annoy professionals who prefer a completely silent office
Lilithye Footrest for Desk Adjustable Height 2-in-1 Function Rotatable Ergonomic Under Desk Footrest Ottoman Stool Rolling Leg Rest for Home Office
Product Description: The Lilithye Footrest by Lilithye is an adjustable height 2 in 1 footrest and ottoman. Its style to me is directly influenced by the Herman Miller Aeron line and I believe it would be a great addition to that chair in any office. The Lilithye Footrest features a sturdy 3 leg base and the top features a concave design that allows your feet to nestle perfectly. While not the most ergonomic, this footrest is great for watching Netflix on your computer or working on a spreadsheet.
PROS
CONS
Stylish design- would perfectly match with the Herman Miller Aeron
Sturdy Base and strong design allow for use as an ottoman
Adjustable
Not the most ergonomic design for those that need a footrest for extended hours
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