Are expensive chairs really effective? Back pain, finding the right chair for me

Are expensive chairs really effective? Back pain, finding the right chair for me

 

 

 

 

 

Now, chairs are increasingly being referred to as 'science,' and the premium chair market, which commands hundreds of thousands of won, is gradually expanding.

 

Recently, due to the real estate downturn and economic recession, the entire furniture and interior industry has faced a downturn, but the office chair market has been steadily showing explosive growth every year.

 

In particular, high-priced chairs costing over 1 to 2 million won each have increasingly attracted consumer attention as demand has grown.

 

The industry expects that the high-end chair market will once follow a similar trajectory to the domestic premium bed market.

 

Chairs are also increasingly recognized as furniture directly related to health because they are used for long periods of time, just like beds.

 

 

 

The first brand to open the high-end office chair market in Korea is Herman Miller, known as the "Hermès of the chair world."

 

It has established itself as a leading brand of ultra-premium office chairs, gaining recognition as the chair brand chosen by Korea's major conglomerates such as Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Naver, Kakao, Woowa Brothers, and Nexon.

 

The secret to Herman Miller's popularity is not just the brand value, but its ergonomic and specially designed features.

 

The model, which has introduced a new premium chair to the extent that a neologism like 'SittingTech (Sitting + Tech) chair' has emerged, features a design that reduces back and neck pain, receiving great support from office workers.

 

Other premium chairs include Sidiz, Steelcase, and Humanscale.

 

These brands are characterized by their design to evenly distribute weight, preventing strain on the back and pelvis even during long hours of sitting and working.

 

Stretching and light exercise more important than sitting in a chair

 

 

However, to choose the perfect chair for me, it is recommended to sit on it yourself because each person has different body shapes, upper and lower body lengths, and weight.

 

To choose a chair that is good for spinal health, it is advisable to carefully examine the backrest, cushion, height, and armrests.

 

First, choose a backrest that supports the spine and feels the most comfortable without leaning too far back. The ideal angle is around 115 degrees, and if it leans back excessively, it can actually strain the lower back.

 

The armrest height is recommended to be at a level where the shoulders do not lift when the arms are naturally resting.

 

This is to protect the elbow joint and shoulder, and if the angle is bent too severely, the body will feel fatigue.

 

The chair cushion should have a slightly soft feel rather than sinking deeply when seated.

 

Just like a bed, to evenly distribute weight, it shouldn't be too soft nor too hard.

 

Above all, the best way to maintain back health is to stand up and stretch regularly during work.

 

If you have some free time, taking a short walk is also recommended as it provides new stimulation to the brain and benefits physical health.

 

Remember that, just as important as a good chair for relaxing a stiff back and maintaining body balance during long hours of sitting and working, are stretching and light exercise.