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Why Your Back Hurts at Work
If you are a sedentary worker who spends most of their days sitting at a desk in an office, then it is likely that you have experienced some form of back pain as a result. Working at a desk for eight hours a day can often lead to serious back pain for many. Here are our suggestions why your back may be hurting at work and tips on how to avoid it:
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Have You Considered Ergonomics?
Correct workstation ergonomics supports good posture by adjusting the height of office furniture, such as desks and chairs. All office equipment that is regularly used throughout the day, such as stationary and envelopes, should be positioned within arm’s reach, to avoid straining.
The desktop monitor screen should be positioned at eye level, meaning that your head is not tilted and you are not required to angle your back or shoulders. It is also important to ensure that the brightness of your desktop monitor is not too low and the font size is large enough for you to read without leaning towards the screen.
Finally, with regard to your office chair, remember that your feet should be flat on the floor, your thighs horizontal and your arms should be even with the height of your desk.
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Does Your Office Chair Offer Enough Support?
A supportive office chair is crucial to correct posture and limit the chance of back pain. We suggest investing in an ergonomic office chair that will not only maintain good posture, but also provide maximum comfort.
The height of the office chair, the backrest, and the armrests should be adjustable to ensure that you are positioned correctly when seated. The backrest should be around 12 to 19 inches wide. Lower back support is necessary for long working days in the office.
If your office chair fails to provide lumbar support, then adding a cushion to the lower back area of the chair may help improve the seated position to allow for more comfort and support.
Also, if you rotate or turn frequently when sitting at a desk, it may be beneficial to consider if you should avail of a chair that swivels, instead of twisting your posture to rotate.
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Are You Practicing Good Posture?
In order to maintain good posture, we must first be aware of unconscious bad habits that often develop when sitting for hours at a time. Proper posture helps avoid serious future back problems.
When practicing good posture in the workplace, ensure that your back is pressed against the back of your chair and your shoulders are facing your desktop monitor. Feet should remain flat to the floor as crossing your legs can restrict blood flow. Therefore, knees should remain at a 90 degree angle.
The use of an ergonomic footrest can encourage proper posture. Your main aim should be to have a relaxed and comfortable posture that is healthy for your body.
Visit our website to view our range of ergonomic products today. It’s time to say no to office back pain! If you can’t find something or you have a question, please call us on 01 450 1200 or Email Us and our team would be happy to help.
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If you are a sedentary worker who spends most of their days sitting at a desk in an office, then it is likely that you have experienced some form of back pain as a result. Working at a desk for eight hours a day can often lead to serious back pain for many. Here are our suggestions why your back may be hurting at work and tips on how to avoid it:
Photo via Canva
Have You Considered Ergonomics?
Correct workstation ergonomics supports good posture by adjusting the height of office furniture, such as desks and chairs. All office equipment that is regularly used throughout the day, such as stationary and envelopes, should be positioned within arm’s reach, to avoid straining.
The desktop monitor screen should be positioned at eye level, meaning that your head is not tilted and you are not required to angle your back or shoulders. It is also important to ensure that the brightness of your desktop monitor is not too low and the font size is large enough for you to read without leaning towards the screen.
Finally, with regard to your office chair, remember that your feet should be flat on the floor, your thighs horizontal and your arms should be even with the height of your desk.
Photo via Canva
Does Your Office Chair Offer Enough Support?
A supportive office chair is crucial to correct posture and limit the chance of back pain. We suggest investing in an ergonomic office chair that will not only maintain good posture, but also provide maximum comfort.
The height of the office chair, the backrest, and the armrests should be adjustable to ensure that you are positioned correctly when seated. The backrest should be around 12 to 19 inches wide. Lower back support is necessary for long working days in the office.
If your office chair fails to provide lumbar support, then adding a cushion to the lower back area of the chair may help improve the seated position to allow for more comfort and support.
Also, if you rotate or turn frequently when sitting at a desk, it may be beneficial to consider if you should avail of a chair that swivels, instead of twisting your posture to rotate.
Photo via Canva
Are You Practicing Good Posture?
In order to maintain good posture, we must first be aware of unconscious bad habits that often develop when sitting for hours at a time. Proper posture helps avoid serious future back problems.
When practicing good posture in the workplace, ensure that your back is pressed against the back of your chair and your shoulders are facing your desktop monitor. Feet should remain flat to the floor as crossing your legs can restrict blood flow. Therefore, knees should remain at a 90 degree angle.
The use of an ergonomic footrest can encourage proper posture. Your main aim should be to have a relaxed and comfortable posture that is healthy for your body.
Visit our website to view our range of ergonomic products today. It’s time to say no to office back pain! If you can’t find something or you have a question, please call us on 01 450 1200 or Email Us and our team would be happy to help.
