Choosing a chairThere are many, many ergonomic chairs available. Making your choice between the plethora of manufacturers and optional extras can be difficult. |
I want a chair for a few people to shareA good office chair can make a big difference to productivity. In a hot desk area, or where different people may use the same chair, choose one that can be adjusted easily and quickly. One with pictograms on the controls is better than one that uses colours or nothing at all on the adjustment levers or knobs. Look for an adjustable back height, adjustable seat height, seat slide, and a free float mechanism. |
I am suffering from tailbone (coccyx) painChoose any of the chairs that have a coccyx cut out. If your medical practioner expects this to be a temporary condition, you may want to consider a seat wedge with a coccyx cut out instead of a new chair. Most of the ergonomic chairs are available with a coccyx cut out, or you may benefit from a memory foam seat. Please contact us if you would like to discuss the options. |
I have pain in my neck and shouldersChoose a chair with a neckrest, for when you lean back in your chair. Armrests will also help reduce the strain on your neck and shoulders. Make sure they are adjusted correctly, which for most people will be level with the elbow, when the arm is bent at ninety degrees with the shoulder being relaxed. |
I have mid-back painChoose a chair with an adjustable lumbar support. The RH range has chairs with an adjustable lumbar pump, as does the Lundia basic ergonomic chair. |
I have pain in my lower back or hipsA chair with good pelvic support may be suitable. The Axia range hugs the lower back and hips. |
I am tall and find most chairs uncomfortableTall people can experience pain at work if they have to hunch over a non-adjustable desk. Try the Axia chairs or the RH 400 with an XL seat. |
I am petite and find most chairs uncomfortableIt is important that there is a gap of around two fingers width between the back of your knee and the chair edge. So you may need to look for a chair with a smaller seat depth, as well as a backrest that can be adjusted down from the mid-range position. |
I have very special requirementsIf you have very specific requirements, for example a seat with a horizontal split in the middle or a backrest with one section with less padding, we should be able to help. The Adapt range can be modified to suit your requirements, and we have indeed supplied chairs with the modifications outlined above, amongst many others. |