General
Are there any Authorized ProKnee Distributors in my area?
Please see our Distribution page to find names, addresses and telephone numbers of all our distributors in the USA, Canada and Australia.
I have heard that ProKnee Kneepads will help alleviate back problems as well as knee issues. Is this true?
Please read the following health articles written by the developer of Pro Knee for more information regarding Pro Knee use and its effect on your health.
Is ProKnee Right for me
How long will it take for me to get used to wearing ProKnee Kneepads?
It varies from 1 day to 1 week, depending on usage and application.
How long will ProKnee Kneepads last?
This depends on the application they are being used for, and the care and maintenance performed by the user. Replacement parts are available and recommended to extend the life of the kneepads.
What applications can ProKnee Kneepads be used for?
Our kneepads can be used when working with carpet, hardgoods, softgoods, VCT, ceramics, hardwood, laminates, epoxy, concrete finishing, carpentry, roofing (with approved safety tie off devices), HVAC, automotive, airline, ironwork and more…
When installing carpet, can I still use ProKnee Kneepads when kicking my knee kicker?
Approximately half of our carpet installer customers use them with a knee kicker.
Product Specific Questions
Do you recommend the 1” or the 5/8” kneepads?
ProKnee recommends our 1” cushion Insert for any wearer who:
will be on their knees for 8 or more hours a day
has had knee problems or surgery
weighs over 200 lbs
prefers the maximum protection that Pro Knee has to offer
Is the cushion on your kneepads latex free?
Yes, ProKnee Kneepads are made from Urethane Foam which is latex free.
How much wider are the Model 0714E Kneepads than the other models?
The Model 0714E Wide is about 2” wider in the knee seat than our Model 0714 Standard and previous models.
Are parts interchangeable between all kneepad models?
No. All Proknee Kneepad models have different fitting parts. When ordering replacement parts, you will need to know which model kneepads you have so you can order the correct fitting parts.
Are the Original Model and/or Model 07 Kneepads still available for purchase?
No – ProKnee is no longer manufacturing our Original Model or Model 07 Kneepads. However, all parts are still available to purchase for the model 07, individually or in various kits. Also, our Repair Facility will continue to rebuild Model 07 kneepads and perform Original Model to Model 07 conversions. Are your frames still intact? (ie. no cracks, breaks, etc) Visit your local distributor to have your Original Model ProKnee kneepads upgraded to the Model 07 with a Model 07 Factory Rebuild purchase. They’ll send them to us so we’ll rebuild them for you. Please note: Frames with cracks or breaks will not be eligible for a factory rebuild.
How can I clean my kneepads?
Please see "Care Instructions" for our recommendations on keeping your kneepads well maintained and fresh smelling.