The Human Body Does Not Like Sitting For Long Periods Of Time

By selecting office furniture of an ergonomic design, you can create a more comfortable work environment. The human body does not like sitting for long periods of time.  Traditional seating can cause lower back pain. In addition, a work space that is not arranged properly can lead to neck and wrist pain.  It is important to select furniture that is well suited to the person or people that will be using it.  For communal equipment, it is a good idea to look for adjustable furniture.  That way each user can set their seat and desk so that it is most comfortable for them.

An ergonomic chair design is one where the body is positioned in such a way as to reduce the strain on the lower back.  One solution is the kneeling stool.  This consists of a backless stool with an angled knee rest.  The kneeling stool works by shifting the position of the hips forward, encouraging the user to sit up straight and reduce the strain on their back.  Other seating is not quite so exotic.  The height of the seat should be about one quarter of the height of the user, so by making the seat adjustable it can be used by people of various shapes and sizes.  Armrests are of benefit to anyone who spends most of their time typing, as they can reduce the strain on the arms and shoulders.

An ergonomic workstation design will include the ability to adjust the position of the computer monitor and keyboard.  The monitor should be directly above the keyboard, and should be raised so that the top of the screen is just above eye level.  The keyboard should be placed on an adjustable tray so that the user can raise or lower it to the most comfortable height.  It is never a good idea to use a keyboard or mouse that is placed on a standard table top.  This is generally too high for all potential users, and will lead to hand and wrist pain.  The ideal position is to have the keyboard at the same level as the elbows.

At the ErgoBack, you will find a wide selection of furniture of an ergonomic design.  From desks to seating to computer workstations, nobody sells more office solutions than we do.  Visit us online at www.ErgoBack.com.  Be sure to check out our natural computer keyboards and mice as well.  We are proud to supply all of your company’s needs.

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