Choosing the right ergonomic office chair can make or break your office ergonomics setup. Read this article to learn the importance of choosing the right ergonomic office chair, the top considerations you should be aware of, and see a few of the office chairs our team of experts recommends the most.
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The Importance of Choosing an Ergonomic Office Chair
A poorly designed office workstation can lead you down the dangerous path to more fatigue, greater discomfort, and less productivity. Each day you inhabit your poorly designed office setup takes a toll on your body.
On the flip side, a well-designed office workstation lowers fatigue and discomfort while improving productivity. Selecting the right ergonomic office chair is a great place to start with designing your office workstation.
Considerations for Choosing an Ergonomic Office Chair
To choose the right ergonomic office chair, consider these elements when making your selection.
- Is your chair vertically adjustable and on a five-point base?
- Does your chair have an adjustable lumbar (low back) support?
- Does the backrest provide adequate support for your back?
- Does your seat pan width and depth provide for good fit and comfort?
- Does the seat pan cushion provide adequate comfort for you?
- Does your seat pan have tilt adjustability?
- Does your seat pan have depth (forward and backward) adjustability?
- Does the seat pan have a rounded front that does not pressure the back of your knees and legs?
- When seated, are your knees at or below the level of your hips (knees not higher than hips)?
- Do your feet rest flat on the floor or are they supported by a stable footrest?
- Does your chair have armrests that support your forearms and do not interfere with swivel or normal movements of the chair?
The Most Recommended Ergonomic Office Chairs by the Experts
When it comes to selecting an ergonomic office chair, it’s important to consider not just the design and features of the chair, but also the needs of the individual user. Our team of ergonomics experts have evaluated and tested a wide range of office chairs, and have determined that the following chairs are among the best options on the market for providing optimal comfort and support and are suitable for a wide range of body types and work styles.
Haworth Very Task Chair
The Haworth Very Task Chair is a ergonomic office chair designed for comfort and support. It features adjustable lumbar support, a contoured seat and backrest, and a variety of adjustments to accommodate different users. The chair also has a sleek, modern design that can enhance the aesthetic of any workspace.
“The Very Task Chair is a very good mid level chair that offers vast adjustability to fit the chair to the user. It is a very quality chair that lasts as all Haworth chairs carry a 10+ year warranty.”
Steven Herrenbruck, MS, ATC, CEAS
X-Chair X2
The X-Chair X2 is a premium ergonomic office chair that is designed to provide maximum comfort and support to the user. It features a unique X-Frame structure that provides a stable and supportive seating experience, as well as a dynamic lumbar support system that automatically adapts to your posture and movements. The chair also has a contoured seat and backrest, as well as a variety of adjustments including height, tilt, and armrests.
“I am pretty hard to please when it comes to choosing an office chair for my clients. Once I find one that I like, it will stay in my repertoire until another comes along and changes everything. Safe to say that the X2 has done that!”
Jill Nelson, ATC/L, CEAS
Haworth Fern Task Chair
The Haworth Fern Task Chair is an ergonomic office chair that is designed to provide superior comfort and support while you work. It features a unique backrest design that conforms to the user’s natural spinal curvature, an adjustable lumbar support, and a variety of adjustments to accommodate different users. Additionally, the chair is made with sustainable materials, and has a focus on ergonomics, durability, and flexibility. The Fern Task Chair is designed to adapt to the user’s movement and provide support and comfort throughout the day.
“The Haworth Fern chair is the echelon of the Haworth lineup. Every person I have put in this chair has had a positive reaction and has been the envy of the office.”
Steven Herrenbruck, MS, ATC, CEAS
What Can Our Ergonomics Experts Do For You?
If you’re a safety or HR manager tasked with ensuring your office workers have ergonomically designed workstations, we can help. It can be overwhelming to do this at scale. We can help you make sure your office workers are operating at maximum comfort and productivity, and deal with any fatigue and discomfort they’re experiencing!
