Lumbar Desk Chair Supports

Lumbar desk chair supports work to keep your back out of pain. This is important, especially if you have any kind of back ailment or must sit at a desk for long periods of time.

Until recent years, very little consideration was given to the lumbar region of backs and the support lacking in desk chairs. When the first lumbar support chairs became available, consumers quickly discovered the long-range benefits.

The lumbar region of the back is made up of five vertebrae. These provide the strongest support for this part of the spinal column. It's the most flexible part of your back and it also bears the most weight of your body mass. This is why it can easily become damaged.

In addition, the vertebrae nerve roots extend through the lumbar region to form the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the largest single nerve in your body and it continues all the way down the back of your legs to your feet. Any damage the sciatic nerve sustains will radiate pain all along the lower back and down your legs. This is just one reason you need to protect this nerve by choosing the proper support for the lumbar region of your back.

By providing physical support to the lumbar region while working:

• You can lower the risk of weakening the lumbar region and subsequent injuries.
• Support of the lumbar regions has proven to increase individual productivity

A chair that supports proper posture also means the chair allows you to move and shift your body in the seat back and seat pan.

There are several things you need to look for when shopping for a lumbar support chair for your office.

Desirable Chair Features:

• Backrest and height adjustment
• Tilt capability for reclining and shifting movements with lock controls and adjustable tension
• Horizontal adjustment
• Pneumatic adjustable chair height
• Rounded or waterfall seat pan edge
• Seat slider for depth adjustment for leg comfort and support
• Seat tilt adjustment
• Two-way adjustable arm rests (height and width)
• Angled arm rests
• Five-leg base to prevent turning over during sudden leaning movements
• Curved back to conform to the natural curve of your back
• Thick padded seat and back with built-in lumbar support
• Dual wheel carpet casters
• Tension control

Consumers often refer to the ANSI/BIFMA performance standards for lumbar desk chairs as a way to gauge quality. ANSI (American National Standards Institute) has many global standards besides those for the lumbar support chair.

The BIFMA (Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association) also have a set of standards which many chair manufacturers meet. You can check the product information and labels to ascertain any such standard compliance.

Another consideration when purchasing a lumbar support chair, especially if you're investing quite a bit of money in one, is what kind of warranty covers the chairs and any parts. Some chairs come with a lifetime warranty while others have limited parts warranties.

A good lumbar support desk chair is crucial to those who work long hours at a desk. To assure the best possible fit, you'll want to test a few chairs to make sure they're adjustable to your height and body mass.

• Beyond the Office Door

Herman Miller Aeron® chairs are the all-time best-selling lumbar support chairs. These chairs are available in aluminum, graphite or titanium bases.

The design addresses the ergonomic requirements of long-sustained chair sitting, especially support for the lumbar region of the back. The Aeron® chair design was a pioneer in the need for lumbar support in office desk chairs.

Fabric: Notable Design Element:

One of the most notable design elements of this chair and partly why it is such a popular choice is the breathable Pellicle® material used on the back and seat. This fabric allows the owner to remain comfortable for long periods of sitting since it prevents heat build-up so the user remains cool.

Retro Fitting Aeron® Chairs with PostureFit® Support Kits:

All of the Aeron chairs can be retro-fitted with a lumbar-support kit. The PostureFit® support system fits onto the back of A, B, or C sized Aeron work chairs. This kit provides the owner with a custom-fitted lower back support which is below the belt line. A lever manages the level of support for optimum adjustable control.

There are many other choices that are less expensive than the Aeron® chair. Herman Miller also manufactures other lumbar chairs as do other companies.

• Herman Miller Mirra® TriFlex® Lumbar Desk Chair
• Bomber Jacket Desk Chair With Neck Support
• Jobri F3200 Lumbar Support Task Desk Chair
• Boss B8316 Lumbar Support Office Chair

A lumbar desk chair supports your back and is more than a luxury in office furniture; it's an investment in maintaining a healthy back.

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