Another thing you should keep in mind is an office chair isn’t the only ergonomic office feature available. Ergonomics are also incorporated in desks, filing cabinets, phones etc. All of those items combined will help you, but you still have to play a part in the health of your body which includes sitting straight, exercise, and stretch. Remain vigilante when sitting and aware of your surroundings and how your body is reacting to certain situations. Pain is an indication that something isn’t quite right, so pay attention and adjust accordingly.
Choosing the Right Ergonomic Office Chair
Typical office jobs are ones that require the employee to sit for lengthy periods of time which puts strain on the body. This eventually can contribute …show more content…
There are certain signs you need to look out for to keep yourself in check and avoid the slouch. Incorrect posture doesn’t just occur while sitting at your desk, it can be present while walking, carrying items, picking things up, or even talking on the phone. Here are some examples of bad posture or things that cause bad posture so that you can better identify them and attempt to avoid certain circumstances.
• Slouching with your shoulders hunched forward. This can happen while sitting or standing. It’s important when doing either when you sit or stand straight. Utilize the lumbar support in an office chair and don’t sit at the edge of your seat. Your shoulders should be tilted back slightly and your head looking straight ahead; not at the ground and not cocked sideways.
• Over exaggerating the natural curve of your back, which is also known as sway back or Lordosis. You want to maintain the natural curve as much as possible.
• Don’t carry something to heavy on one side of your body; if at all possible seek assistance with anything that is of an uncomfortable weight. If you have ever seen a mother carry her child on hip, you’d notice that she over compensates that burden buy leaning, therefore putting additional strain on the
Choosing the Right Ergonomic Office Chair
Typical office jobs are ones that require the employee to sit for lengthy periods of time which puts strain on the body. This eventually can contribute …show more content…
There are certain signs you need to look out for to keep yourself in check and avoid the slouch. Incorrect posture doesn’t just occur while sitting at your desk, it can be present while walking, carrying items, picking things up, or even talking on the phone. Here are some examples of bad posture or things that cause bad posture so that you can better identify them and attempt to avoid certain circumstances.
• Slouching with your shoulders hunched forward. This can happen while sitting or standing. It’s important when doing either when you sit or stand straight. Utilize the lumbar support in an office chair and don’t sit at the edge of your seat. Your shoulders should be tilted back slightly and your head looking straight ahead; not at the ground and not cocked sideways.
• Over exaggerating the natural curve of your back, which is also known as sway back or Lordosis. You want to maintain the natural curve as much as possible.
• Don’t carry something to heavy on one side of your body; if at all possible seek assistance with anything that is of an uncomfortable weight. If you have ever seen a mother carry her child on hip, you’d notice that she over compensates that burden buy leaning, therefore putting additional strain on the