Rules for choosing an orthopedic chair

It is not customary to save on health, and especially on the health of your own children. Statistics show that about ten percent of students have spinal problems after graduation. But if it is impossible to keep track of your child at school, then an assistant for an orthopedic chair has long been invented for the house.

Under the ergonomics of the workplace is considered to be the fitness of a person and the objects around him to a safe pastime. Objects must be at hand, nothing should distract from work or study.

This young science is based on such fundamental disciplines as psychology, medicine and physiology. Thanks to it, the diseases of the musculoskeletal system are prevented, the quality of labor is improved.

In recent years, ergonomics has become interested at the highest level. In the primary classes of urban schools, the old desks and chairs are gradually replaced by orthopedic options. And this is not surprising, because it is up to the age of majority that the final formation of the spine of the child takes place. If by the time of graduation the spine is already twisted, then over the years it will be felt. Scoliosis is not only a postponement from the army, but also a serious illness. Over the years, it can lead to other complications - heart failure, sciatica, osteochondrosis.

After all, they have yet to give birth. During birth, the spine is under tremendous pressure, and it is by no means impossible to pinch the nerves.

Orthopedic chairs are divided into several types. Each of them is designed for specific goals and objectives:

• With a saddle (it is also called a chair-saddle). A person sits on it, like a horse and spine, “thinks” that the person is sitting, therefore the back assumes a straight position. The spine in this position does not impair blood circulation, it is especially important to breathe properly and not slouch.
• With knee support. A person leans back (due to the angle of the seat), so he does not slouch. The entire load is shifted to the legs, knees rest against a special pillow. The whole structure adapts to a specific person, therefore it is suitable for both adults and children.

• Wheelchairwho knows how to "dance", or "dancing" chair. It differs from the first version in that the seat is not fixed, the vestibular apparatus is connected to the work. The spine gets used to a straight back, which means that a person has a habit of keeping his back straight.
• Children's with a back. The back of the chair repeats the anatomical pattern of the seated back. Armrests allow the child to get used to the position of the hands. This chair is "growing". It is aligned with the height and height of the child, you can control the angle of inclination. The transforming chair is sold at a high price, has a large size. But spending money once, you can use it until the end of school, because it is universal.

• Ergonomic computer. Most often used in offices and in the environment of computer players.
• Dynamic. A specially designed option for active children is a chair that works on the rocking chair principle.It is no secret that after prolonged sitting at the table it is desirable to do a little exercise and knead the legs. Charging with this chair can be done without leaving the table.

Most often orthopedic chairs are made of wood or metal-plastic. Wooden chairs, as a rule, are domestically produced, since there are no problems with raw materials in the former Soviet Union. The technology of their production has long been worked out.

Metal-plastic orthopedic chairs came to us from European countries and North America. Plastic is a fairly cheap material, so the production of products from it is widespread in the countries of the capitalist world.

Metal varieties have more regulatory mechanisms than wood ones. The filler in the seat can be both from natural materials and from artificial. The most commonly used is a synthetic substance related to polyurethane foam, upholstered with fabric.

It does not make sense for first-graders to buy high orthopedic chair. Someone might think that it is better to take immediately "for growth".Unfortunately, and perhaps fortunately, this is not a stool, but a medical product.

For economical parents, the manufacturer specifically produces a chair, adjustable in height. It can be used for more than one decade and not only as a child, but also as an adult.

Today's selection of colors is not just big, but huge. You can pick up in the classic style wooden chair, and you can in the ultra-modern. It's no secret that children love exotic coloring. Yellow, orange, light green - which colors you cannot find in a specialty store.

Just remember that light shades often get dirty, and dark colors are not only universal, but also easily processed. It is enough to walk with a damp cloth, and the product will again be like new.

It is good if the roller base of this type of chairs consists of five rollers that do not slide for no reason on the surface. Otherwise, it is likely that the chair will be unstable. If you need a stable base, then you should look at the options that do not have rollers.Unfortunately, such bases of stationary type can be moved only by lifting. The same applies to dynamic orthopedic chairs.

The stand, which is found in chairs with a support under the knees, is made of the same materials as the seat. It changes its height when adjusting the main seat. This means that this type of chair can be used for many years.

If the apartment already has an office chair, then it can be equipped with this overlay. The effect of its action will be the same as that of a special medical product.

In addition, the store offers posture corrector. This mesh, which is attached to the back of an office chair.

Thanks to her, you can:

• To facilitate the work of the spine.
• Normalize blood circulation.
• Improve overall health and well-being, get rid of chronic fatigue, since the existing support of the spine contributes to the overall normalization of the work of the whole organism.

The chair helps to redirect the load from the lumbar to the hips and knees, in some cases to the upper back. Daily use of it in tandem with other medical prescriptions leads to an improvement in the condition of the spine. His curvature can be stopped.

Orthopedic chairs can be made in the youth style. They are particularly popular in the gaming environment. In addition to all the properties described earlier, these chairs have a comfortable fit. And it is very important for computer players who can be said to spend the night at the monitors.

Chairs, made in a children's style, suitable for playrooms and children's rooms. They can be installed among the toys as an additional part of the interior.

Some manufacturers are going to meet their customers and carry out individual orders in the field of decor. Fabric, which upholstered seat and backrest can have a unique pattern.

A specific photo print or corporate color is most often used in office space. Most companies have their own logo, slogan and color. Corporate colors are the main difference, thanks to which the consumer finds the company he needs among competitors.

There are certain changes in the design of an orthopedic chair. So, in particular, some models can be equipped with armrests, while others - no. Armchairs of senior officials are equipped with headrests on special order.

If it is impossible to make edits to ready-made solutions, since they are mass-produced, then design ones are easy. The useful properties of the furniture will be preserved, but the appearance can be radically changed.

Ergonomic chair for proper posture should be selected, in consultation with a specialist. In advanced cases, like any medicine, an orthopedic chair is prescribed by a doctor for correction. If you neglect this, you can only exacerbate the situation.

For preventive purposes, the chair for proper back support should be selected according to your needs. For a student, you can choose a chair-saddle, and a chair with a support for the knees.Such designs do not take up much space and you can always remove them to an empty corner during the holidays. By the way, a chair with a support is often used among artists and draftsmen.

If you choose an orthopedic chair for a child, then you should pay attention to a children's chair with a back, since most schools use similar designs. These chairs "grow" with the children, and you can also buy a special desk for them. It is best to go to the store with the children. They will select the furniture they like by color and design.

An important part of orthopedic chairs are armrests. In modern models, they are easily removed and screwed back. At the time of doing homework, it is advisable to remove them, this will allow the student to keep his back in direct condition.

For those who like to spend their leisure time with a laptop or video games, a computer chair will do. Besides the fact that it is easy to use, it also does not allow the spine to bend. The chair should be of medium hardness; if the seat and back are hard, they begin to cause inconvenience. And from the soft back and there will be no sense at all.

It is very important if the product can be modified over time. For example, if it has removable covers. It's no secret that young children like bright colors, and teens - moderate. And from this it follows that it is easier to change the coloring than to go for a new orthopedic chair. Yes, and starting from the principles of ergonomics, the usual arrangement of things is the key to a correct posture. Frequent job changes have a negative effect on students.

It is necessary that the children's ortostul had a footrest. Legs should not hang in the air. His curved back should end at the shoulders. This design makes the cervical and lumbar spine in the correct position.

Quality certificates must ensure the environmental safety of the product. You should not buy it in the first furniture stores, it is better to visit specialized ones. But most people are accustomed to sit in office chairs, and for such people should consider options for overlays. They not only modernize the workplace, but also relieve the spine. They are cheaper than full-fledged ergonomic designs, and with the money saved you can afford to buy something else.

It is almost impossible for children to explain why it is necessary to sit properly. They sit as they like. One hand is located on the table, the other all the time in the air, the spine is under tremendous pressure and eventually “gives up”, takes the position that is given to it. Habit leads to irreversible consequences.

From time immemorial, children did their homework on ordinary wooden stools and the question of health was not so acute. The position in which the children were sitting allowed them to maintain their posture, especially since many stools were equipped with a special bar for the legs. Years passed, and such furniture products did not fit into the existing interior of the room, people preferred to buy beautiful kitchen corners and upholstered furniture. But this furniture is not suitable for a growing organism. The main advantage of special orthopedic furniture is that it does not damage the health of the person sitting behind it.

Many parents consider the main disadvantage of the ergostula is its price. Unfortunately, not all parents can afford this purchase. But is it worth saving on the future of your child, because in years it will take several times more money for medicines?

Orthopedic chairs of both Russian and foreign manufacturers are represented on the domestic market. Among them stand out:

• Us Medica. Based on the name, it is not difficult to guess that this company hails from the United States of America. This is a clear leader in the segment of medical equipment, including orthopedic. The company places the main emphasis on the quality of its products, thanks to which it has rightfully gained trust among customers.
• Ongo. Manufacturer from Germany, which has been on the domestic market for more than one year. In addition to the functional characteristics, the furniture from this company fits into any interior. Its designers each year present new items in the orthostyle segment.

• Yamaguchi. Japanese manufacturer. It is a well-known fact that the Japanese are long-lived. In order to maintain the health of their employees, the office centers of this country are equipped with special orthopedic furniture. Robotic production can significantly save on staff salaries, making the price of Yamaguchi products very affordable.
• SmartStool. The young company is from St. Petersburg. Despite the fact that it was founded only in 2011, thanks to the persistence of its leader and the quality products offered, the brand competes with renowned manufacturers.

By the way, and orthopedists distinguish precisely these manufacturers. And the choice, as always, remains for the buyer. Someone chooses a well-known brand, and someone starts from their financial situation.

Many artists who spend a long time behind their works know the feeling when their legs are “burning”. This load that feels that way. The spine does not make itself felt until the nerve is pinched. Therefore, it is very important to choose the correct orthopedic chair for your physiological features. It is best if he will have support for his knees.

"Dancing" chair is suitable for homework and for creative work. Such furniture does not take up much space and is easy to clean during the summer holidays.It is easy to move around the room due to the roller base.

Dynamic chair designed specifically for hyperactive children. Its design makes it possible to take the load off the thighs and the spine during prolonged sitting without getting up from the seat. This can be done in the form of a game.

Further watch video review of an orthopedic children's chair Smartstool.