What type of chair should I use in the office?

In the ideal world, each of us would have an ergonomic chair suited to our own body. But the reality is, most people who work in offices have to use whatever chair the company provides. Generally, you will be able to adjust the height of the chair and the armrest, if your chair has arms. If the chair has a backrest, it may or may not fit your back (if it doesn’t, it’s better to sit forward of the backrest and not slump back into it.

If you work from home or own the company and are in the position of purchasing your own chair, let cost and comfort be your guide. See the tips below on how to sit in a chair, then try out the chair you’re thinking of buying to see if you can comfortably sit while maintaining good posture. Pay attention to cushioning and fabric, particularly if you are going to spend long hours at your desk.

If you’re like most of us and don’t have the best possible chair, pay particular attention to how you’re sitting and remember to take frequent breaks--stand up, move around, do some simple exercises--to avoid neck, shoulder, and back pain.