Office chairs are used widely in all professions.
However, not all professions are the same and require the same type of chair.
This article gives some ideas to how the different types of chair available may suit differing needs.
This can then be applied to your own needs to make inspired and more informed choices.
Examples: Doctor - A good choice would be an adjustable chair, for different table heights with no arms.
This would enable the doctor to sit easily at different heights and the movement is not restricted by arms so patients can be easily examined.
Computer technician - He/she would in contrast be spending long hours at the desk would require arms,lumbar support and knee tilt adjustment to help the body compensate for the long hours spent seated Hairdresser - A stool would be more appropriate as lumbar and arm support not needed.
Adjustable height and swivel features essential.
Teacher -A Comfortable chair with lumbar support and adjustable arms to provide support when seated.
Swivel or adjustable height features are non essential.
Receptionist - A comfortable seat with adjustable arm rests, lumbar support, adjustable height and swivel features.
By looking at these examples and evaluating the needs of your staff or yourself, you can make more informed choices and ultimately a better decision.
The seating solutions that you choose have to suit the work undertaken in them.
Good office chairs are comfortable and just another office 'tool'.
The best tools enable you to do the job to the very best of your ability.
This leads to a pleasant and productive working life.