300 lbs. Cap. Medical Saddle Seat Stool w/Backrest - 22 to 29.5 inch Seat Height

Help correct your posture and enjoy increased productivity at work with the 300-Pound-Capacity Medical Saddle Seat Stool with Backrest. This adjustable stool's seat has a shape and slope that are especially well-suited to medical and dental professionals who want improved posture and reduced fatigue when sitting.

The unique design of saddle seat stools has been proven to improve your spine's alignment compared to standard seat cushions. This medical grade stool promotes good posture and active sitting by engaging the core muscles and opening up the hips. Saddle seat's shape and slope naturally takes pressure off of the lower back by transferring your body weight to your thighs.

The ergonomic features of saddle stools have proven to be extremely beneficial for employees across a number of different industries. Doctors and medical professionals are among the top users of these stools, which is no surprise consider their health benefits. In addition, beauticians, artists and vet techs will all appreciate the improved posture, reduction in fatigue and increase in mobility provided by this type of stool.

This saddle seat is cushioned with a molded foam and is upholstered in an antimicrobial vinyl that is resistant to bacteria and pathogens. The black vinyl upholstery is easy to clean, and it covers a comfortable molded foam seat. A heavy-duty aluminum base provides excellent stability, and five swivel casters make the stool easy to move around as needed.

Adjust the pitch of the seat forward for increased active sitting if desired. The backrest also features a forward pitch adjustment for substantial back support. The base is 22 inches in diameter to fit perfectly in compact exam rooms and supports users up to 300 pounds.

The seat height range of 22 to 29.5 inches high, which means this stool works with standard height work surfaces, but can be adjusted lower for medical examinations as well. Purchase the optional foot ring kit with a taller gas cylinder to increase the seat height range to 23 to 31.5 inches.

Ships unassembled. Shipping weight is 34 pounds. PRICE INCLUDES SHIPPING! IN STOCK!

Ergonomic Features:

* Sloped saddle seat fits the natural curve of the hips and thighs, promoting active sitting, neutral spine alignment and reducing pressure on the lower back and pelvis.

* Saddle seating has the added benefit of opening up the hips and tight hip flexors.

* The declining seat edge shifts your body weight to your thighs, more evenly distributing pressure, encouraging better circulation and reducing compression of the spine.

* Floating backrest cushion pivots with you as you move. Control the forward pitch of the backrest with a touch of a lever.

* Can improve upper limb function by stabilizing the shoulder girdle in the seat position, making small hand movements more precise during examinations.

* Stool rolls easily on durable polyurethane casters.

Material & Adjustments:

* Resilient premium high density molded foam padded seat and back are upholstered in a commercial grade black healthcare antimicrobial vinyl that is easy to disinfect.

* Sturdy steel frame combined with polished aluminum base supports users up to 300 pounds in medical and commercial settings.

* Polished aluminum base is stronger than steel bases yet lighter weight for ease of mobility.

* Pitch of seat and backrest can be adjusted forward for more support.

* One touch pneumatic height adjustment.

* 2-inch dual wheel polyurethane swivel casters included. For use on carpet or hard floors.

* Optional drafting kit with foot ring SOLD SEPARATELY.

* Five-Year Warranty.

Measurements:

* Seat measures 16 inches wide by 14 inches deep overall.

* Base has a 22-inch diameter.

* Backrest measures 16 inches wide by 12 inches high and is 18 inches high over the seat.

* Pneumatic height adjustable raises and lowers the seat 22 to 29.5 inches high (measured from center of seat to floor.)

* Optional drafting kit increases height range to 23.5 to 31.5 inches high (from center of seat to floor.)