If you spend eight hours a day or more sitting behind a desk, you know the
importance of a proper office chair. An ergonomic chair offers several benefits
to the office worker. Here are just eight:
1. Relief of Back Pain
When adjusted properly, an ergonomic executive chair, operator's chair or task chair can help ease back pain. To achieve maximum back-pain relief, armrests should be adjusted so that your arms are slightly lifted at the shoulders. The small of your back should sit comfortably against the back rest and, you should be able to pass your fist between your calves and the front of the chair's seat.
2. Less Eye Strain
When sitting in an ergonomic chair, face your work station
and close your eyes. Open your eyes slowly while looking straight ahead. Do
your eyes focus on the centre of your computer screen? If not, your chair will
need to be raised or lowered appropriately. Sitting in this position will
lessen eye fatigue.
When you adjust your ergonomic chair correctly, your posture is immediately improved. Your back will be correctly supported, allowing you to sit straight with your head at a proper angle. Your shoulders and arms will be properly positioned, allowing for your neck to be in perfect alignment.
4. Relaxed Thighs
If you've ever sat in a chair that wasn't designed well, you know the feeling of pressure that quickly builds in your thighs. When you sit in an ergonomically designed chair, such as a swivel chair, you can adjust the forward tilt adjustment to relieve that pressure. The end result is legs that are less fatigued at the conclusion of your work day.
5. Arm Benefits
Ergonomic chairs with padded armrests provide above-average support, particularly for those workers who use laptops to get the job done. Adjustable armrests allow you to raise and lower your arms for better circulation and reduced muscle fatigue. Proper positioning of your arms will lessen the likelihood of developing carpal tunnel and, if carpel tunnel is already present, reduce the amount of pain you experience.
Ergonomic chairs with padded armrests provide above-average support, particularly for those workers who use laptops to get the job done. Adjustable armrests allow you to raise and lower your arms for better circulation and reduced muscle fatigue. Proper positioning of your arms will lessen the likelihood of developing carpal tunnel and, if carpel tunnel is already present, reduce the amount of pain you experience.
6. Increased Blood Flow
Ergonomic chairs allow for positional changes which can help to increase blood flow to the extremities. Increased blood flow can reduce muscle cramps experienced in the evening or night hours caused by sitting in a static position for an extended period of time.
7. Reduced Risk of Osteoporosis
Years of poor posture sneak up on us later in life. Spending eight hours a day in a poorly designed office chair can increase your risk of joint and bone damage. By using a chair that is ergonomically designed, you lessen your risk of developing these debilitating problems.
8. Psychological Health
Studies have shown that the more physically comfortable people are, the better their psychological health. By using an ergonomic office chair, you'll spend your days in comfort rather than pain. This comfort has a positive effect on your overall mental wellbeing.
Studies have shown that the more physically comfortable people are, the better their psychological health. By using an ergonomic office chair, you'll spend your days in comfort rather than pain. This comfort has a positive effect on your overall mental wellbeing.
Ergonomic chairs are the best choice for office workers. These specially-designed chairs can be found at Stevensons Second Hand Office Furniture. You'll reap the benefits immediately.
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