Reasons for using a footrest
Why choose the Kibouti footrest
1) To elevate the knees.
When sitting for long periods of time the proper position for your knees is slightly above your hip. This relieves the pressure on the lower spine reducing the amount of pinching that affects the nerves in the lower back. Prolonged sitting without proper support is known to create back problems.

2) To help with stress control.
Stress is a natural component of life. Every exertion from thinking to actual physical motion requires a certain degree of stress. As we progress through our day stress residue builds up and if not allowed to flow we can become very tense and emotional. Sitting back taking a few moments with your feet up or just giving them a quick rub is a good way to relax, allow some stress to flow away and allow for a good mental reset. *

3) To help exercise and keep pliable lower back muscles.
The lower back has a number of muscle groups that assist with proper movement and maintain good posture. If any of these muscle groups are not exercised and stretched then atrophy can set in and put stress on the other muscles resulting in lower back pain and poor posture.

4) To keep the hip and back bones aligned
Using a footrest helps to keep the back straight, this helps with energy and using a footrest thatcan be moved or rocked helps with blood circulation in the lower legs.

 

 

* Did you know that the nerve endings in your feet are connected to major organs in your body?
By massaging your feet you send healing signals all over your body to help it relax and refresh itself.

1) The Kibouti footrest is compact.
It fits easily under any desk. This allows the user to move it around easily. Also this enables them to exercise the lower back muscles by putting their legs into a variety of positions while they work through the day. Moving legs and changing positions keeps the lower back pliable and helps avoid atrophy of the small muscles.

2) Exercise the ankles and lower leg muscles
This footrest has rounded supports. The user can rock the footrest back and forth to exercise the calf, shin and ankle muscles, tendons and joints while working.

3) The Kibouti helps reduce stress
At any time the user can easily flip it over and massage their feet and stretch the toes. It’s a terrific relaxation exercise especially at mid day or whenever they feel sluggish*.

4) Exercise while seated at your desk
The Kiboutis unique design lets the user to do a number of simple exercises such as leg stretches and muscle toning (inner and outer thighs, lower abdomin and obliques).

5) Practical Office Equipment
The Kibouti footrest is a practical piece of office equipment. It is well made, does not use up valuable floor space lasts for years and can easily be taken by the employee from workstation to workstation.

*Foot massages
Massaging the feet can alleviate anxiety and bring about a state of relaxation. An important point situated on both feet is the solar plexus reflex. The solar plexus is a place where stress is stored. When the solar plexus point is pressed on, stress is released and the body is renewed.