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Fight Back Pain with the Right Office Chair

Which office chairs provide the back support you need during long workdays at your desk? Here are some must-have features that are recommended by Chiropractor Dr. Rodney K. Lefler on Spine-Health.com:

  • The seat height should adjust easily, allowing you to sit with your feet flat on the floor and your arms even with the desk surface.
  • The seat should tilt, and should be deep enough to let you sit with your back against the backrest.
  • There should be a lumbar support that adjusts for both height and depth, so you can find a setting that supports the inward curve of your lower back.
  • The backrest should be adjustable for both angle and height.
  • The fabric should be breathable, and padding should be thick enough to provide comfort during long periods of use.
  • Armrests should be adjustable up and down, so your arms can rest comfortably on them while your shoulders are relaxed.
  • Swiveling should be easy, so you can turn easily to reach different articles in your work area.

For more information on picking the desk chair that is best for your back, watch Watch Your Back, a video from Spine-Health.com.

Those are the basics. But which chairs fill the bill? You’ll find reviews of popular models online at ConsumerSearch.com and at Galt Home.

Buying a good chair for a great price . . .

Consider buying a used desk chair. Due to the current wave of company downsizings, lots of used office furniture is currently available – some at liquidation prices. To find a company that sells used office equipment in your area, visit the Yellow Pages online or search online for “used office equipment.”

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3 Responses to “Fight Back Pain with the Right Office Chair”

  1. Nice Post very useful information are there.. thanks for this..

    Posted by kindle wireless device | April 7, 2011, 11:42 pm
  2. I agree. Having proper back support is really important for people who work long in office chair. Working in an office environment for over 20 years now, I am very prone to back pain. Finally last Monday, I inform my boss I will bring my own ergonomic chair that have proper back support.

    Posted by Back Support | June 17, 2011, 11:16 pm
  3. I agree with all these points, however I would also add that having seat depth adjustability is also very important. This articles explains why http://www.officechairadvice.com/ergonomic/best/seat-depth-adjustment-matters.html

    Posted by DuncanM | August 5, 2011, 3:51 am

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