Listen To Your Body – If You’re In Pain, You Need Change Muscle fatigue, soreness, stressed discs, pinched nerves are all signs that your office chair isn’t doing you any favors. If your office chair does not facilitate good posture, it is not encouraging movement in your workspace. An upgraded ergonomic office chair can help reduce pain, increase productivity and make the time spent in your office more comfortable. Read more about benefits of ergonomics in the workplace here!   Why Is Choosing The Right Chair Important? On average, workers in America spend 90,000 hours in an office. That’s 1/3 of the average lifespan. With so much time spent sitting in an office, it is imperative that your seating selection is thought through. A proper chair can increase productivity and help protect against leg & back strain, carpal tunnel and more. Read T3’s list of the best office chairs in 2019 here!   What To Look For In An Office Chair Office chairs are an important part of the décor of an office. Choosing a good-looking chair is important, but the ergonomics of the chair should be considered above everything else. Active lumbar support, arm width & height, tension control and more will help keep you comfortable for longer periods of time. Read Gear Patrol’s office chair buying guide here!   Try Before You Buy If you’re torn between chairs, the best way to make a buying decision is to try them out! The backrest should follow the shape of your spine and support the curve of your lower back. Feet should rest comfortably on the floor with your knees at a right-angle. Arm height should be adjustable to match the height of the desk. Finding the right task chair that is comfortable keeps strain and injury from occurring. Read more about Chicagoland’s premier premium pre-owned office furniture showroom here!