When researching chairs for bad backs, you might make the assumption that there is one perfect solution. Following some simple tenets will help you to decide what's best for you.
Sometimes, one chair is simply not enough. My own preference is for two different types of chairs. Certainly, a high back office chair is a must. Consider also a few things such as the angle of recline and other adjustments.
My most used option is a high back office chair. But I also have a kneeling chair (sometimes referred to as an ergonomic chair) to make sure I don't get cramped up.
Kneeling chairs like this are great for your back, but can be rough on your knees. That being said, I like to alternate between my "main" chair and this one.
If I wake up feeling pretty decent, I'll often use the kneeling chair to work on my posture and take stress off the ol' posterior.
Other times, I'll just use my high back office chair and possibly move to the kneeling chair later on. It all comes down to how I feel.
Reclining angle as well as tilt angle are also important in choosing the best chairs for bad backs. You should feel almost a weightless sensation when you lean back in your chair so that there's no undue pressure on your back- this is similar to gravity inversion therapy in that it produces a gentle stretch in your spine.
You can actually simulate this feeling yourself by standing up and bearing your body weight on your arms so your torso isn't affected by gravity. First thing you'll notice is that the gentle stretching makes your back feel better.
You also want to make sure you have sturdy arms on the chair so you can use your elbows to take stress off your back. And as simple as it may seem, take your other office furniture into account to be sure your new chair will not be a tight squeeze.
Nothing beats hear for soothing a sore back and you can get models of chairs with built in heat if you like. I prefer the more adjustable nature of a simple heating pad, not to mention that it's not real expensive.
I hope your choice of chairs for bad backs was influenced with the help of this article.
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Choosing chairs for bad backs can be tricky. My own physical ailments make it a necessity to switch positions and even chairs from time to time. Learn more about selecting the best chairs for bad backs by clicking my link.
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