Ergonomic Chairs for Different Body Types: Finding the Perfect Fit for Every Individual

Ergonomic chairs are not one-size-fits all. So, how do you know which chair is the right one for you? If you are fortunate, you can order custom ergonomic chairs for yourself and your employees. However, that can be cost-prohibitive for most people. Instead, they can get similar results by purchasing adjustable ergonomic chairs in a variety of sizes, so that they can fit all different body types.

An ergonomic chair should support your body, keeping it in the natural position. The goal is to help reduce stress on the body. That helps reduce the risk of repetitive stress injuries. When set up correctly, an ergonomic chair should let you rest your feet on the floor, keep your arms close to the body, and provide lumbar support.

While you can get custom ergonomic chairs for everyone in your workforce, that can be prohibitively expensive. A more economical choice is to get adjustable chairs for the people in your workforce. That allows your workers to customize their chairs to their body types. The ideal customizable chair will have five casters for support, lumbar support, adjustable height, and adjustable armrests. Even then, you want to have your employees try out different types of chairs so that you have a good mix for your office environment.

Some of the things you should consider include the height of the chair, the seat depth, the seat width, and the weight capacity. You should also consider the minimum and maximum distance between the floor and the seat, because that will determine if people can sit in them appropriately. You also want to consider other items like whether the seat can recline and the material.

The material may not seem like an important component, but it can make a big difference in your comfort. Some people prefer leather or faux leather surfaces, while others prefer fabrics. You can even find office chairs with antimicrobial fabric. Those fabrics can help reduce bacteria, fungi, viruses, and odor, which can make them a great option in places where the work is a mix between office work and manual labor.

One of the suggestions we make is to ask for employee input. Different people will have their own preferences, and incorporating those preferences will help ensure you have a good range of chairs for your workforce. We invite you to browse our inventory to get an idea of the customizable office chairs we have available.