Alternative chairs are being used by more people. These styles of ergonomic chairs are designed for support, comfort, and good posture. These ergonomic office chairs may be very helpful for those with lower back discomfort or pain.
It may take a little time to get use to them, but those who use them insist on their comfort.
Kneeling chair:
This is a backless chair and places the user in a modified kneeling position.
The forward slant of the seat leads to a natural position of your spine. This
design promotes good posture by moving the hips forward, aligning the back,
shoulder, and neck. The chair seat gives the primary support, with added support
coming from the shins. Your weight is distributes equally between your pelvis
and the knees. This reduces compression of the spinal, thus reducing stress and
tension on your lower back and leg muscles. The result is an office chair that
makes sitting in the proper position feel comfortable and effortless.
Saddle chair:
Another ergonomic chair is the saddle chair. This can be used as a desk chair or
computer chair and is shaped like a horse's saddle. The chair places the user
between a sitting and standing position, similar to riding a horse. This permits
the legs a natural, and wide, health stable position. Long-term use can
strengthen your back muscles. The saddle chair has adjustable height to
accommodate different users. This design eliminates some problems associated
with traditional office chair that force the user to slouch forward.
Exercise ball chair:
Another completely different ergonomic chair is the exercise ball chair. This is
a large ball, big enough to support the user in any extended sitting position.
It works well as a desk chair or computer chair. This chair encourages movement
and active sitting, the slight bouncing involved will keep your legs moving
while it stimulates circulation reducing stress and fatigue. To accommodate
different heights of individuals, the ball comes in various sizes. Some can be
customized with a base frame equipped with wheels. Some models even come with
attachable backrest.
Recliner:
Some people find sitting in a reclined position most comfortable. This is
especially true for people with lumbar spinal stenosis, or degenerative disc
disease. They often feel more comfortable in position with their feet propped up
as on a footrest. These individuals find recliners work well. Small tables are
available, which attach to the chair. These tables can swivel allowing the
individual to work comfortably doing paper work or working with a laptop.
The main disadvantage with reclining chairs it that they hinder your bodies
circulation. Short breaks of stretching or walking around the office will help
relieve eyestrain and reduce fatigue. |
