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Lower back pain is often caused and worsened by sitting in an office chair for a prolonged period of time. Having a static posture, which is often the case when sitting in a chair at a desk, increases strain presented on the arms, legs, shoulders and back. Increased pressure on the muscles in the back and on spinal discs often presents itself in the form of pain. Investing in good-quality office chairs to help back pain can increase overall productivity in the business and, of course, ensure that your workforce is healthy.

Unfortunately, nobody has perfect posture and when you have to sit in a chair for an extended period of time, you may slouch over or sit too low down in the chair. This can cause the ligaments in the spine to stretch too far and create excess disc strain and spinal stress. If you continue to sit in the wrong chair and with the wrong posture, you can do long-term damage to your spine and the structures that support it. Not only will this result in reduced productivity, but it can also result in the need for back treatment, which can be a lengthy process and expensive too.

Advice on Setting Up the Right Type of Office Chairs to Help Back Pain

Ergonomic office chairs are effective tools in back support. They are specifically designed to provide maximum back support and to ensure that you maintain good posture while sitting at your desk. Buying ergonomic office chairs is not going to be enough to ensure that your back support is sufficient and therefore will reduce back pain. Each chair must be adjusted to cater to each individual’s body type, in order to ensure that comfort is maximised, while the spine receives extra support.

First and foremost, it’s essential to adjust the chair to the correct height at the desk. The person’s height and the height of the desk must be taken into account. You want legs to fit comfortable beneath the desk with feet flat on the ground.

Below are some top guidelines to setting up your office chairs for the best posture and, of course, the best back support:

• Elbow position – sit close to the desk, so that your arms are parallel to your spine. Place your hands on the desk. Your elbows should be at a 90-degree angle. You can achieve this by adjusting the chair height.

• Thigh position – the chair should be at a height that allows your fingers to fit between the top of the seat and the underside of your thighs. If you cannot achieve this, try using a foot rest to elevate your feet slightly. You might need to adjust the desk height, if you struggle with this.

• Support of lower back – when sitting correctly in the chair, the cushioning should cause your lower back to arch slightly. This helps to avoid slouching as the day wears on. It’s essential to have this type of lower back support.

While investing in ergonomic office chairs to help back pain can do a great deal of good, that’s not the only way that you can alleviate aches and pains that are often associated with a long day of work. Regardless of just how comfortable the office chair is, it’s important to move around and stay active so that your posture isn’t static for too long. Take some time out every now and then to stretch, stand and walk. If you are pressed for time, don’t worry, you only need to move for a minute or two. Use the time to walk to the bathroom or grab a glass of water. Try to get active in your lunch break too. A 20-minute walk can do wonders for back pain and also does a great deal towards restoring focus, attention and relaxing both body and mind.

At Quantum Office Furniture, we often encounter business owners looking specifically for office chairs to relieve back pain, and promote comfort and productivity in the workplace. We have an extensive range of ergonomic office chairs to offer and warmly welcome you to learn more about our range. For more information and advice on ergonomic chairs and to discover our range, contact us via email or telephone at Quantum Office Furniture today.