Today our economy has been described as knowledge based. A large percentage of the workforce spends most of their time sitting at a desk in front of a computer. Combine this with the sitting most of us do in our free time, either in the car or in front of the television, or at computers at home, and this means that we place a lot of stress on our lower backs. Our bodies are not designed to sit for 8 – 10 hours a day, and doing so can potentially cause injuries. By using ergonomic seating in workplaces, we can reduce the amount of stress on our bodies. This will keep us healthier and more productive, and reduce potential injuries.
Ergonomic office seating comes in a wide variety of styles and prices to match any office needs. These can be a good addition to a well designed workstation, and allow workers to be more comfortable while working. When one thinks of ergonomic seating, one often thinks of the kneeling stools. These were the first type to get widely noticed. Today, this description is applied to many more modern chairs, which are available in a variety of styles. These provide varying amounts of support.
There are some considerations that one should take into account when looking for ergonomic office seating. You should choose a chair that is properly sized for the user. A good rule of thumb is that the height of the chair seat should be one quarter the height of the user. Of course, not everyone has the same body shape, so this rule is not necessarily hard and fast. A more convenient solution might be to get an adjustable chair that the user can set to the correct height. This is more useful for an office where multiple people might share a workstation, or for conference room chairs. Another feature you should be looking for is adjustable arm rests. Obviously arm rests are not suitable for all applications, but they are a good idea for anyone working at a computer. By choosing adjustable arm rests, you allow them to be set to the correct height for whoever is sitting in the chair.
When you are in the market for ergonomic seating, be sure to check out www.ErgoBack.com. We have a large selection of chairs, workstations and other office furnishing that are designed with your health and safety in mind. These can be an asset to any well designed office.
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This blog is sponsored by ErgoBack, a company committed to providing ergonomically designed products including chairs and desks for the home/&office. We believe promoting ergonomic health in people's everyday lives is an important part of keeping individuals happy and healthy. Visit our online store at www.ErgoBack.com for the best deals on ergonomic chairs, desk, computer stations, and more.
This blog is sponsored by ErgoBack, a company committed to providing ergonomically designed products including chairs and desks for the home/&office. We believe promoting ergonomic health in people's everyday lives is an important part of keeping individuals happy and healthy. Visit our online store at www.ErgoBack.com for the best deals on ergonomic chairs, desk, computer stations, and more.
