The best ergonomic chairs in Canada
A comfortable ergonomic chair will keep you in the correct alignment so your body can work more effectively, says Dr. Liza Egbogah, a Toronto-based osteopath, chiropractor, myofascial release therapist. When youre sitting in a chair thats not ergonomic, your muscles have to work harder, which leads to back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain and hip pain. To her, this home-office item is non-negotiable, so were highlighting three top ergonomic chairs available in Canada.(Related:WTF Is WFH Doing to My Back?)
Adjustable ergonomic chair pick: Herman Miller Sayl
Find a chair that has at least three different sizes so you can pick one based on your height and weight, suggests Egbogah. Her favourite options are by Herman Miller, which can be customized to suit your needs.Herman Miller Sayl, $680, dwr.com(Related:4 Ways the Pandemic Has Taken a Toll on Our Bodies)
Budget ergonomic chair pick: IKEA
Ideally, your chair should have armrests so you dont have to hold your shoulders and elbows up while working on the keyboard and using the mouse, says Egbogah. For a budget-friendly option, try this one from IKEA, which also includes a headrest.Markus Office Chair, $229, ikea.com(Related:A Guide to Back Pain Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention)
Splurge ergonomic chair pick: Liberty Task
Built-in lumbar support gives this chair a healthy edge, making it comfortable enough to keep you feeling good from nine to five. Egbogahs tip: Lumbar support should start at the bottom of your rib cage and go down.Computer chair, $1,179, humanscale.com(Related:4 Exercises for Lower Back Pain)
More ergonomic tips from Egbogah
Ensure your days are ache-free by considering your alignment. Your ear should line up with your shoulder,” says Egbogah. “If youre sticking your head out, its probably because youre too far away from your monitor or your eyes are getting tired.” She suggests repositioning your monitor to correct this misalignment. “Dont look like a croissant!Also, Egbogah cautions against standing desks. Why? Most people will end up putting more weight on one foot or they’ll tilt their pelvis, and thatll lead to other problems,” she says. “Consider a desk you can adjust in height to make it a sitting and standing workstation you can switch between.Next, try these chest stretches to reverse slouching and improve your posture.
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