The average office worker can spend anything between 4 and 9 hours sitting at their desk every day – for many people that’s more than 40 hours a week! With so much time at work spent sitting down in front of a computer, it’s crucial that employees have a supportive office chair that will help to protect both physical and mental wellbeing. Before we look at the main benefits of ergonomic office chairs, let’s take a moment to explain how they’re different from your standard desk chair.
What Is An Ergonomic Office Chair?
Ergonomic office chairs are chairs that have been designed to best support the human body by taking into consideration posture, comfort and health . These chairs have a number of features built to improve posture when working, and to offer support for the back, shoulders and neck. A good ergonomic chair will be fully adjustable, allowing for individual customisation, with the option to adjust the height and tilt of the seat, as well as the arms and headrest. It should also offer in-built lumbar support to protect your back whilst helping to improve posture.
So that’s what we mean by ‘ergonomic’, but what are the main benefits of choosing this type of supportive office chair?
Posture Support
One of the most crucial benefits of ergonomic office chairs is their role in improving posture. When sitting in traditional chairs that lack support, our natural tendency is to lean forward as the chair does not have the correct back height.This puts undue strain on your spine, which, over time, can increase your susceptibility to back injuries. Ergonomic designs are fully adjustable to correspond with your height and workstation to ensure you maintain the correct sitting position throughout the day.
Reduce Back & Neck Pain
It’s common for office workers to complain about back pain and neck pain. Often the main cause of this is incorrect posture caused by non-ergonomic office chairs that don’t enable workers to sit in the correct posture for hours at a time. Ergonomic designs are purposefully designed to ensure these key areas are supported, providing support for the entire back, as well as the neck and head.The Teknik Harmony Executive Mesh Chair for example, includes a multi-adjustable headrest to ensure optimum support for all key pressure points.
Relieve Hip Pressure
You might not think it, but when you’re sitting down in a chair, your hips actually take the brunt of the pressure. Hard chairs put unnecessary strain on your hips. Ergonomic office chairs on the other hand are built with greater padding and depth to help support the hips whilst maximising comfort. Some ergonomic office chairs like the Onyx Lumbar Support Desk Chair also feature contoured padding to further enhance the support provided to users.
Improved Blood Circulation
Sitting for long periods of time can lead to poor circulation throughout the body. Ergonomic office chairs help to have a positive effect on blood flow by promoting proper circulation. The ability to adjust your seat to a 90 degree angle ensures proper circulation in the legs, preventing them from swelling or going numb.
Enhanced Productivity
Employees will struggle to produce their best work if they’re not feeling comfortable. Ensuring they have the necessary support from their equipment, with the ability to adjust their chairs to their individual needs will help to create a happier and healthier workforce. In turn, this is likely to lead to general improvements in productivity and work quality.
At Cost Cutters UK, we have a range of ergonomic office chairs at different price points for you to choose from. You can place your order online and experience our amazing bulk buy discounts. If you need any assistance choosing your office furniture, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly and knowledgeable team on 03333 44 33 70.