Ergonomic Chair Reviews
Spending almost $1000 on a chair may sound crazy; reviews for the less costly chairs don’t match the kudos for Herman Miller Aeron chairs or the Steelcase Leap chairs. The IKEA Verksam, which usually costs $125 for fabric and $300 for leather, has had reviews that the chair is ugly and made of poor quality material that is thrown together with bad parts. Reviews claim that you’re better off spending more on a quality chair that will last and give the support needed.
Employees work longer hours and sit for long periods of time throughout the day. Investing in an ergonomically designed chair will play a huge role in preventing back problems, CTS, and other musculoskeletal problems.
Although Aeron chairs dominate the industry, Steelcase chairs have been receiving better reviews. The Steelcase Leap has features of a gliding seat and a flexible back that comforts the spine, which allows reclining without pulling away from the individual’s desk. The Leap Worklounge offers luxury with a head pillow and a flip up ottoman. Steelcase also offers a lifetime warranty. The only negative review is it creates an embarrassing noise if sat in too quickly
A cheaper Steelcase chair is the Popular Think office chair which is receiving good reviews. It has been designed to adjust to the seating habits of individuals.
The Humanscale Freedom chair has fewer knobs than the Aeron and Leap Chairs. The Freedom reacts to a person’s movement through something called an intelligent counter balance recliner mechanism. The armrests can also be adjusted below the thighs. The Humanscale Freedom only comes in one size and also offers a five year warranty on fabrics and cushion and a lifetime warranty of parts.
If you’re on a tight budget, be sure to check out the Office Star Deluxe Ergonomic Chairs, which usually goes for $300. The Office Star has a wide cushion and a high back. The arms are adjustable and have seat height and tilting options. This chair is also made from leather.
Here are some things to consider when you’re shopping for chairs
If you’re the type of person that leans forward a lot, you need something that is referred to as a task chair. If you type on a keyboard all day, you can adjust parts of the chair to benefit the individual. Adjustable features that can be adjusted while sitting are the best thing. Things to look out for are tilt, backrest height and angle, armrest height, and lumbar support. Chairs such as the Humanscale Freedom adjusts automatically based on the individuals body movements.
Also be sure to watch for proper blood circulation. Be sure to find a seat with a rounded front which would help the legs. Your feet should be planted on the floor. Also be sure to see if the chair will roll on carpet.
Last but not least, be sure to try a chair before purchasing it. Have the chair delivered to your office and try it out for awhile. If the chair doesn’t work for you, don’t be afraid to send it back to the dealer. Be sure to check the return policy before purchasing.