Foot rests/stoolsare commonly used by musicians (especially classical guitar players) to elevate their foot so that they can be in a convenient position to play the guitar while seated. Foot rests are also commonly available as furniture that lets you keep your feet and legs slightly elevated off the floor for better posture and less strain on your body.
Foot Rests/Stools in the Music world
A footstool (foot stool, footrest, foot rest) is a piece of furniture or a support used to elevate the foot. There are two main types of footstool, which can be loosely categorized into those designed for comfort and those designed for function.
There are three adjustable tilt settings to ensure a great fit for your leg length. The large, non-skid surface prevents your feet from slipping off the foot rest while you’re comfortably sitting at your desk during the workday.
Foot Rests for Comfort
This type of footstool / footrest (a type of ottoman) is used to provide comfort while seated, for example, in a chair or sofa. It allows the seated person to rest his feet upon it, supporting the legs (hence the name footrest).
Most high quality footstools available in the market are height–adjustable, suited to people of varied heights.
Foot Rests for Function
In the music world, foot rests are commonly used so that you can play/practice your instrument better.
- Little piano players use piano foot rests so that their little feet do not dangle in the air while playing. These footrests provide the perfect resting place for little feet while playing the piano
- Its common for classical / flamenco guitar players to use footstools so that they can comfortably place the guitar on their legs while playing
In both the cases, the accessory/equipment for resting the foot is designed to promote a healthy posture. It also promotes better blood circulation within the body while sitting down.
Most of these foot rests are height adjustable to make them more versatile.
Read: Piano Stool / Benches
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