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I'm short and sit in lectures for several hours with my feet barely touching the ground. are there ways to reduce the discomfort in my knees and back?
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Foot Rest.: You can start by finding something to rest you feet on while you are sitting. I have seen portable foot rests, having folding legs, that were developed for just this reason.
Answered 7/1/2015
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