Top 10 Healthiest Office Chair Designs

Modern world office jobs may require us to spend at least eight hours in an office chair every day. Clearly it has an effect on our spine and health. Some chairs would prevent you from being effective at work by causing back pains. That’s why you need to change your old dysfunctional chair to something healthy and pleasant.

Sitting in an uncomfortable office chair would cause serious problems with your lower back, neck, and shoulders. Even if your employer does not want to buy you a new chair, consider buying it on your own. After all, it is your health and you will be the one suffering.

A well designed office chair would provide sufficient support for your body. Even if you have the most comfortable chair in the office, you still need to move around. Go for a short walk during your lunch break. You cannot sit in a chair all day long.

Below you’ll find a list of the most comfortable chairs that would support your back for hours. Some of these chairs cost up to $1,000, they are pricey but this investment is worth it. This investment would prevent you from getting back pains and spending more money on doctors and chiropractors.

10 Markus by IKEA

If you cannot afford an expensive designer chair you can still find a perfect chair for your office. This inexpensive chair is extremely comfortable and adjustable. You can customize its height and seat depth for better posture.

9 Sguig by EOOS

This ergonomic chair would provide you with comfort at work. It’s been designed for both men and women. The chair would provide an adequate support for your shoulders and spine

8 Eclipse by La Porta

You can adjust the style of this chair in accordance with your office décor. Its ergonomic and highly flexible qualities would provide an extra layer of comfort at work.

7 Embody by Herman Miller

Herman Miller calls this chair the “first health-positive chair” for people who spend extra long hours in front of the monitor. The back of the chair adjusts to your movements for better blood circulation. It supports and keeps your spine in a right position by reducing your spine compression.

6 Different World by Humanscale Healthcare

Legendary designer Niels Diffrient created one of the most ergonomic chairs for office workers. This chair would sense your every move and adjust accordingly. This lightweight chair is also environmental friendly, as most of its components are recyclable. Forget about complex chair mechanisms and control, this design beauty is all about simplicity and comfort.

5 Life by Formway Design

This award-winning chair was design by the famous New Zealand-based firm Formway Design. The design of its back provides incredible support for your shoulders and back. It takes into consideration your weight to personalize the support for your body. This eco-friendly chair is recyclable and was manufactured using clean technologies.

4 Aeron by Herman Miller

Aeron chair is one of the most favorite ergonomic chairs in the world. This extremely comfortable and stylish chair is displayed at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The chair practically adapts to your weight and spine movements.

3 Leap by Steelcase

This chair may not look fancy, but you would fall in love with it as soon as you start using it. Steelcase spent four years designing this chair and researching human biology. The chair takes into consideration the fact that our lower and upper back need different kinds of support. No wonder why it became one of the most famous chairs among the office workers.

2 Zody by Haworth

American Physical Therapy Association has endorsed this chair for its unique ergonomic qualities. This extraordinary chair is not only good for your back; it is also good for the environment due to its high levels of recyclable elements.

1 Ergohuman by Raynor

This highly customizable chair would allow you to adjust the height of your seat, headset and arm. Breathable materials and wider seat pan of the chair add an extra layer of comfort.

Guest post by contributing author, Linda Michelle. She’s currently working together with World Market chairs.