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Benefits of an Ergonomic Chair

The Importance and Benefits of an Ergonomic Office Chair

Thinking of improving your office through ergonomics? The best way to get started is with an ergonomic chair!  Ergonomic chairs offer a multitude of benefits over sub-standard office chairs. Our team at E3 Consulting is dedicated to providing custom-designed ergonomic programs, tailored to both your office and your individual employees. Among our services are fitting employees to an ergonomic seating option that suits them best! It may seem difficult to find a comfortable chair that works for every body shape and size, but the adjustable features of ergonomic chairs make it easy to achieve all of the benefits listed below.

Reduced Pain

Sitting in an uncomfortable chair all day can be, well, uncomfortable. Employees using non-ergonomic seating often encounter pain throughout the workday, especially in the head, neck, back, and hips. Ergonomic chairs are specifically created to mitigate the effect of external factors, both through their comfortable design and many adjustable features. Adjustable aspects can help prevent slouching, promote proper posture, and support the spine, especially in the lumbar region. Most employees also see improvements in hip and pelvis alignment as well as head positioning. By keeping all of these body parts in their most neutral, natural position, comfort is increased and pain is reduced.

Reduced MSDs

Musculoskeletal disorders, also called MSDs, are some of the most frequently reported causes of either lost or reduced work time, accounting for one-third of work injury and illness cases as per the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2013). MSDs affect multiple parts of the body, including muscles, nerves, ligaments, tendons, and blood flow. While many MSDs are the result of manual labor, working in an awkward body position or an improperly-fitted chair can just as easily cause them. Ergonomic chairs help fit a job to the person, reducing physical exertion from working in an uncomfortable space.

Less Sick Days

By using specially-designed furniture, you can actually reduce the number of sick days taken by your employees by reducing their risk of injuries and work-related ailments. Sick days can negatively affect productivity and result in delayed projects, which is never ideal for any business.

Heightened Mental Health

Using an ergonomic chair has been shown to improve the mental health of employees in multiple ways. For one, implementing ergonomic chairs in your office shows you as an employer care about the health and wellness of your employees, which can boost morale and job satisfaction. Additionally, ergonomic seating results in employees that are more focused and productive.

Improved Response Time

With improved mental health and focus comes an improved response time on behalf of employees. Adding ergonomic seating can reduce the time it takes for projects to be completed. Moreover, assignments with tight deadlines are more likely to be finished without losing quality.

E3’s Ergonomic Specialties

E3 Consulting is always happy to share information on the benefits of ergonomic devices, and seating is just one of many ways to join the realm of ergonomics! Our online pre-evaluation survey takes only a few minutes, and helps identify which ergonomic problems exist in your workplace. Using your responses, we account for both short and long-term goals to formulate ergonomic solutions that will work best for you. E3 provides virtual evaluations and onsite one-on-one evaluations, as well as programs for nutrition, stress management, office corporate fitness plans, and more. If you’re looking to improve your office space using ergonomic furniture or programs, contact E3 today!

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