A saddle stool holds you in an open hip position, so your pelvis stays upright and your back keeps its natural curve while you lean in to work. Clinicians who spend hours at a plinth or a wheelchair often find that easier on the lower back than sitting square.
The backrest gives you something to rest against between tasks, which matters on long sessions of manual therapy, seating assessment or personal care training. The straddle position also makes it easy to push yourself around the room with your feet, so you can follow the client rather than stopping to reposition.
It works well for physios, OTs, podiatrists and support workers who move between clients in the same room and want one stool that suits all of them.
