Because you spend most of your day sitting, you chair is the main support for your body. A well-adjust chair improves circulation and help prevents backaches and fatigue. You can make yourself more comfortable in your chair by adjusting the backrest position and chair height to fit your body.

Backrest– A properly adjusted backrest reduces pressure on your spine and supports your lower back.

• Sit at your workstation and lean back slightly with your back firmly against the chair.
• The backrest should fit snugly against your lower back.
• If it doesn’t, adjust the backrest until your lower back is fully supported.
• If you can’t adjust the backrest, use a small, thin, firm pillow or rolled-up towel to support your lower back.
  Chair Height – The right chair height helps relieve cramping and stiffness in your legs. It also helps to prevent stress and tension in your neck and shoulders.

Arm Position

• Place your fingers on the middle row of your keyboard, with your upper arms hanging comfortably at your sides.
• Your forearms should be parallel to the floor.
• If they are not, adjust your chair height up or down until your forearms are parallel to the floor.

Foot Position

• Move your feet forward until your knees are at a 90-110 degree angle.
• Your feet should rest firmly on the floor with 3-6 inches of leg room between your lap and desk or keyboard tray.
• If you have less than 3 inches of legroom, raise your desk or keyboard tray height, if possible.
• If you can’t adjust your chair height and your feet don’t reach the floor, use a footrest of wedge-shaped item to support your feet. A 3-ring binder should do the trick.

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