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Working on the floor: why is an anti-fatigue knee mat essential?

4198 Views Posted on: 13/07/2021
By Neo sol

Some craft and industrial trades require you to work in uncomfortable, awkward postures, with one or both knees resting on the floor. Over time, this posture can lead to bone pain and musculoskeletal disorders. To improve daily comfort, there's an essential accessory: an anti-fatigue knee mat. What are its advantages, and which one should you choose? Here's our advice.

Why choose an anti-fatigue knee mat?

Plumbers, tilers, mechanics, landscapers... Are you a craftsman whose work requires you to keep your knees on the ground for long periods? Kneeling is not a "natural" position for humans: the knee is not "designed" to withstand prolonged stress and pressure. Over time, this can lead to :

  • a real feeling of discomfort, particularly when the knees are placed on hard, uneven or damp surfaces ;
  • bone and muscle pain ;
  • numbness or tingling caused by slowed blood circulation in the lower limbs;
  • redness and calluses;
  • inflammation of the knee (hygroma).

The ideal solution? The anti-fatigue knee mat. This is a professional floor mat designed to reduce the physical fatigue and pain caused by long periods of work in a kneeling position. To provide real comfort at work, this type of mat is made from a soft material such as polyurethane or foam. This provides a "cushioning" effect that absorbs the pressure exerted on the knees, thus considerably reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders, which are the leading cause of occupational illness in France.

See also: Musculoskeletal disorders: what are they? How can they be prevented?

Which anti-fatigue mat should I use to work on my knees on the floor?

To work comfortably on your knees, it's essential to choose a high-quality, hard-wearing anti-fatigue mat. NEOSOL's foam knee protection mat is a lightweight, professional mat made of non-absorbent modular foam. It sits directly on the floor and helps reduce knee pain and the load on the lumbar vertebrae. Extremely sturdy and lightweight, it is resistant to most chemical and oily products, and can be laid on damp floors or floors covered with certain products.

What's more? It is equipped with a handle for easy transport and travel. This makes it ideal for professionals whose work involves prolonged exposure to the floor, such as garage mechanics, welders, plumbers, electricians or floor-covering installers.

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  • en effet ! attention à l'hyper sollicitation des genoux
    By : Robert On 04/08/2021

    en effet ! attention à l'hyper sollicitation des genoux , en particulier à l'hygroma (ou bursite ) qui est une maladie professionnelle MP 57 D voir : https://www.officiel-prevention.com/dossier/protections-individuelles/les-jambes-et-les-pieds/equipements-de-protection-individuelle-des-jambes

    Replied by : Faouzi DJEDID On 01/02/2023 Merci Monsieur ROBERT pour ce complément d'information suite à notre article et le lien permettant à nos visiteurs et clients d'approndir le sujet. Faouzi

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