Choosing the right computer chair, desk, and monitor: correct posture to avoid back and neck pain
Modern workers spend a lot of time on computers. Your back is bent for long periods, coupled with poor posture, an unsuitable computer chair, and not stretching regularly, which leads to back pain. In severe cases, it can cause herniated discs and stiff shoulder and deltoid muscles. How can you improve this? You need to do the following three things.
First thing: Get up and move regularly
Set a timer on your phone to remind yourself to get up and move. Go get some water, stretch your body, chat with colleagues. Whatever you do, try to get your butt off the chair. As long as you can change your prolonged sitting posture, you have a chance to alleviate your back pain.
Second thing: Adjust your sitting posture
There are several key points for sitting posture: don't hunch your back, don't cross your legs, keep your thighs parallel to the ground, make sure your feet are flat on the floor, buy an ergonomic computer chair, sit deeply in the chair, keep your arms at about 95-110 degrees when typing, keep the desk height at 60-80cm, look straight at the screen with your gaze about 10-15 degrees downwards, and place the screen directly in front of you. Many of these conditions depend on height, so an adjustable computer desk, computer chair, and monitor become very important.
Third thing: Buy suitable computer desks, chairs, and monitors
What is a suitable computer desk?
If your computer chair is already height-adjustable, and you don't need to share it with children or others, and you're not considering functionality, space, standing while working, or electric height adjustment, then a regular desk with a fixed height of 75cm can serve as your computer desk. However, if you want to share it with children or multiple users, and you're considering factors like desktop size, electric height adjustment, and multiple memory height settings, then you can choose a multi-functional electric standing desk that better suits your needs.
What is a suitable computer chair?
Not every chair is suitable as a computer chair. Because of prolonged sitting for work, the lumbar spine bears twice the weight it would when standing. A good computer chair can conform to the curve of the back, must have sufficient weight-bearing capacity, and be adjustable in seat depth, chair height, and armrest height. A very expensive computer chair isn't necessarily the best; the key is its functionality. As long as it's ergonomic, supports your back and pelvis, and makes you feel enveloped in the chair, protecting your spine and reducing pressure, then it's a good computer chair.
What is a suitable monitor?
Adjustable computer desks and chairs, coupled with a height-adjustable monitor, would be perfect. Many monitors on the market can adjust height and angle. What if the monitor you bought cannot adjust its height? It is recommended that you use a few finished books to raise the monitor to a suitable height. If you need dual monitors, you can consider buying a dual monitor stand, which allows simultaneous adjustment of height and horizontal movement for both monitors.
Conclusion
To solve the problem of back pain caused by prolonged sitting, simply buying a suitable computer desk, chair, and monitor isn't enough. You also need to constantly pay attention to your posture and stretch regularly. If you want to try standing at work, consider buying a height-adjustable computer desk, especially an electric standing desk, which offers convenient height adjustment and memory settings. "Make money, but take care of your body!" It's definitely worth buying.
