WHAT IS AN ERGOMOMICS CHAIR?
Ergonomics is an applied science that deals with designing thing people use with the intention of making the interaction more comfortable, efficient and safe. Therefore an ergonomic chair is designed primarily to be adaptable to the user’s needs and offer a high level of productivity due to the customized support they offer.
FEATURES OF AN ERGONOMIC CHAIR
An office chair is considered ergonomic when it has:
- Adjustable seat height
- Lumbar support
- Adjustable armrest
- Tilt lock
- Swivel base
ADJUSTABLE SEAT HEIGHT
An ergonomic chair will have a pneumatic has lift to adjust the height of the chair you’re sitting at. This will allow to have both feet flat on the floor, with thighs horizontal and arms even with the height of the desk.
LUMBAR SUPPORT
Lower back support in an ergonomic chair is very important. The lumbar spine has an inward curve, and sitting for long periods without support for this curve tends to lead to slouching (which flattens the natural curve) and strains the structures in the lower spine. An ergonomic chair should have a lumbar adjustment (both height and depth) so each user can get the proper fit to support the inward curve of the lower back.
ADJUSTABLE ARMREST
The armrest in an ergonomic chair should allow the user's arms to rest comfortably and shoulders to be relaxed. The elbows and lower arms should rest lightly, and the forearm should not be on the armrest while typing.
TILT LOCK
The seat of the chair should be flat or tilted slightly forward. This will help promote the most neutral position of the pelvis.
SWIVEL BASE
If you need to move short distances around your workstation, getting a chair with a swivel and wheels will make moving around easier.
