Is it you who are unsuitable, or is it the office chair that is unsuitable?

For busy office workers, a chair is like a second bed, where they spend most of their day. However, many suffer from back pain due to prolonged sitting. The main reason for this is improper chair height. Here's some information about office chair height.

A comfortable office chair not only allows your body to move freely without strain, but also enhances your work efficiency. Therefore, the most important aspect of a comfortable office chair is finding the right height. Only the right height can achieve optimal comfort. Have you chosen the right office chair height? Let Yige Office Furniture analyze it for you.

Methods for determining office chair height

For busy office workers, a comfortable chair is a luxury. We spend a third of our day in an office chair, so choosing a comfortable chair can ensure that we're comfortable and healthy during that time. But how high should an office chair be for comfort? That depends on each person's height. To determine the most suitable chair height, just remember "two perpendiculars": when you sit down, check if your thighs and calves are perpendicular, and if your spine and hips are perpendicular. This will help you determine if it's suitable for you.

Office chair height introduction

Office chairs typically range in height from 37 cm to 47 cm. So how do you adjust them to the most comfortable height? Generally, chairs with a fixed height are rare; some office chairs are 40 cm, some 42 cm, and some 44 cm high, so the average height is 42 cm. However, some office chairs are height-adjustable, and many people adjust them haphazardly, but this is often not the optimal setting. Therefore, it's more important to measure using scientific methods.

According to orthopedic surgeons, the optimal height for an office chair is achieved by ensuring two perpendicular angles: a 90-degree angle between the thighs and calves, and a perpendicular angle between the spine and hips. If your office chair meets these two conditions, then it's at the optimal height. This optimal height is also the most comfortable, not only relieving fatigue from prolonged sitting but also being very beneficial to your health.

Office chair height adjustment

Many office chairs on the market are height-adjustable. Generally speaking, the best way to adjust the height of an office chair is to position it so that your eyes are level with the monitor. Maintain a distance of about 1500px from the monitor, or lower it slightly. This will place the first line of text on the screen approximately 75px below your eyes. This creates a slightly downward angle for looking at the screen, allowing your neck muscles to relax and achieving optimal posture. However, for office chairs that are not adjustable, if the seat is too low, you can place something under the seat cushion; if it's too high, you can place something under your feet. The key is to ensure two right angles.

Precautions for adjusting office chair height

You may often feel tired due to work. It's important to note that even when tired, avoid slouching in your chair, as this will increase pressure on your lower back and intervertebral discs. When tired, simply press your buttocks firmly against the chair back, ideally using a cushion to allow your back to be slightly bent. This prevents your body from slouching and minimizes the burden on your back, thus reducing fatigue. However, if possible, get up and move around for at least two minutes every half hour; this will also help reduce fatigue.