A reader recently asked me if I had any recommendations for ergonomic office chairs for shorter people. glad for this request. I’ve been so busy describing the best chairs within certain price ranges that I needed this friendly reminder. Of course it is important for a quality chair to fit the individual body type of the user. Although most office chairs are somewhat adjustable, if you are in the market for a personal ergonomic chair, there are excellent options specifically constructed as petite office chairs. To begin, let’s define short, petite or short stature for the purpose of this post. I am specifically referring to those less than 5 feet 4 inches tall who weigh under 200 pounds. There are other chairs made to fit those who weigh more and this will be a topic for another day. When a petite person sits for any length of time in a typical office chair their feet dangle above the floor causing circulatory problems and their spine is pushed out of alignment in order to reach their workstation.

The result is pain, numbness, and the risk of nerve damage. A quality ergonomic petite office chair should posses the following features: For correct ergonomic fit, you should easily be able to do all of the following comfortably in your chair: The following 3 chairs all have the recommended features of a quality ergonomic chair. Because price is still an important factor for most people, I’ve selected one from each of three different price points. The Alera Elusion Series Mesh Mid-Back Swivel/Tilt Chair is a very affordable option that meets all of the requirements listed above for correct ergonomic fit for a petite person. The lowest seat height begins at 14 inches but you are able to further adjust this down if necessary using the hex key that comes with the chair. Cool, breathable mesh back Contoured seat cushion with premium fabric upholstery and waterfall edge to help relieve pressure on legs Very nice chair for the price. Comfortable seat cushion with the right amount of support so you don’t sink into it.

The breathable mesh back can be adjusted up and down so it supports your back at a level that works for you. There is not a firm lumbar support so if back pain is an issue you may need to use a lumbar support pillow. The adjustable armrests are made of a firm foam rubber. Petite Low Height Computer Chair in Black Faux Leather with Memory Foam is another option that has received very good reviews and costs less than $220.beauty salon chair mats The seat cushion is dense and thickcost to rent salon chairs The back of the chair can tilt and that tilt tension can be adjustedbuy inflatable chair online india The PVC free polyurethane upholstery is easy to clean with the look and feel of leather.mid century chair for sale toronto

The height range is from 16.75″ – 18.75″ so I would suggest measuring your leg from your knee down to the bottom of your foot to make sure you don’t need a seat with an even lower height range. Although this chair receives very strong recommendations from people even under 5 feet tall, you need to make sure your feet will be able to rest squarely on the ground. antique high chair walkerIf your knee to foot size is less than 16″, I recommend the The Alera Elusion Series chair described above.used stacking chairs london The Steelcase Leap Chair is my personal favorite ergonomic office chair for a person of any height (I am 5’10”) The seat height is adjustable down to 15 1/2″and so is a great choice for most with a height over 5 ft. The only quality chair that I personally recommend for those who need a height less than 15″ is the Alera Elusion Series chair.

I love the Steelcase for many reasons, most of which are detailed in the following video that explains all of the adjustment features of this wonderfully comfortable chair. If you are able to afford a chair in the $900 range, this is the one that I most highly recommend. I hope this has answered the questions from my recent reader. I thank you so much for prompting me to highlight chairs for people of different physical build. I will now round out this series by looking at chairs best suited for those with and a big and tall physique. As always, THANK YOU for reading! Please leave me a comment, question or suggestion below and I will be sure to get right back to you.Home » Office Products » Top 7 Best Ergonomic Office Chairs in 2017 ReviewsFinding a desk chair that's comfy enough to type away in for eight plus hours a day is no small task. And if you also want it to match your stylish office space? Now we're talking a near-impossible challenge. To jump-start your seat search, we've pulled together 10 designs that balance form with function.

Choose one of these chairs and your back, neck, shoulders—and eyes!—will thank you. Clay Mid-Back Mesh Desk Chair Built-in lumbar support and removable arm rests make this chair comfy, while 11 color options ensure it will match your office decor. Mid-century modern aesthetics and an ergonomic design meet in this stylish seat. Plus, online reviewers report that the assembly is so easy, a child could put it together. Berry Pink Bungee Office Chair When even work-from-home reviewers give this bungee cord office chair their seal of approval, you know this seat is seriously comfortable. In addition to a supportive seat and pneumatic lift, funky colors are guaranteed to energize your home office. AmazonBasics Mid-Back Mesh Chair For just $55, this padded chair with a breathable mesh back is the ultimate budget buy. The one drawback to this design is that the armrests are not adjustable, although the seat height is. Studio II Office Chair This design magically makes a bungee cord seat look surprisingly sophisticated.