How should I choose a proper chair to reduce lower back pain?
Posted on Sunday, February 8, 2009 in Pain & Pain Management
I’ve had lower back pain for a few years, but it’s gotten pretty bad over the last few months. I’m pretty sure it’s because of my chair at my desk, because the pain suddenly gets 5 times worse when I sit down in my chair for a few minutes.
I’ve already bought a few new chairs, but none of them solved the problem. (Even though they felt pretty comfy at the store.)
What should I do?
Posted by Yes on 2009-02-08 21:26:42
Wednesday, February 11 8:38 am
Posted by DEB M
If you have lower back pain, you really need a chair that cushions your back and supports it. You could also use a chair massager that fits right on the back of the chair to help you, it gives you a massage and heat at the same time.
Saturday, February 14 4:31 am
Posted by gillianprowe
You need to find a Occupational Therapist and ask them to ‘measure’ you up for a chair! Chairs are usually mass produced, so one size fits all except us Humans come in diverse sizes. I was measured for my chair and it is lovely to sit in and very comfortable, because I got the measurements and then went out shopping for the chair. No point in buying a chair where your feet touch the ground or dangle in the air, where your seat area is not supporting your knees and so on, so you need to be measured. Best of Luck
The purpose of the ergonomics rotation in occupational therapy (OT) is to provide an overview of ergonomics design principles and occupational risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Particular emphasis will be placed on the recognition and prevention/control of MSDs through analysis and design of the workplace, tasks, tools and equipment. The rotation is structured to include lectures, interactive discussions, a workplace evaluation and projects designed to assist with the application of the covered materials.
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