Orthopedic chairs for the student

School age is a special period in the life of a child. From the moment the kid starts school, the main load on his spine begins. The danger lies in the fact that the student spends a lot of time in a sitting position, which is not natural and therefore harmful to health.

An orthopedic student chair is a special piece of furniture that has a peculiar structure and does not look like an ordinary chair. A distinctive feature of such furniture is the focus on posture correction.This is not furniture for a comfortable seat: an orthopedic chair is notable for its rigidity and does not adapt to the user. It forces the child to take the only correct position for the spine.

The need for this furniture is due to the fact that the students move a little, taking an irregular posture: in the morning at school, at home for lessons. However, if at home there is still an opportunity to change the position, in school the movements during the lesson are limited. Here the danger lurks: the spine hardens in the wrong position and is forced to suffer, experiencing a huge load.

Adding to the problem is school furniture, which is inconvenient and does not provide for different height and build of children. The only thing that distinguishes school chairs is that they can have two height positions, which can be changed by screwing the bolts into the higher slots. However, there is no benefit from this: the shape of the chairs does not meet the requirements of the organism, while the child suffers.

The task of the orthopedic chair is to provide the student with maximum benefit, to reduce the curvature of the back. Often at school children are planted in such a way that for a better view of the board they need to turn sideways.This factor often leads to poor posture. The percentage of healthy children today is minimal.

The orthopedic student chair is a functional piece of furniture.

Depending on the model, it is able to:

• be the prevention of diseases of the spine;
• unload the spine, relieving muscle tension;
• to form a beautiful and understandable handwriting;
• normalize blood circulation;
• relieve pain in the back, shoulder girdle and head;
• relieve numbness of limbs.

This product is used long enough: until the child finishes school. If it is chosen correctly, from an early age, the student will sit correctly, smoothly, regardless of what chairs are in school. The task of the orthopedic chair is to fix the correct position of the back: getting used to furniture with orthopedic effect, the posture of the student will be beautiful and correct.

The orthopedic chair for the school student has the mass of advantages. Is he:

• has a rich model range, different functionality, which allows you to pick up the product with a set of important additions (rollers, footrests);
• depending on the model has adjustable backrest height and seat position;

• helps to maintain the necessary muscle tone;
• forms a flat line of the spine, supplying the pelvic organs with oxygen;
• is durable and reliable design, providing a professional assembly, so it is safe for the child;
• convenient and easy to use, adapts to the individual parameters of the child;
• has positive recommendations from orthopedic specialists;
• differs in reliability of support thanks to what does not fall, does not roll to the sides, does not create additional tension;

• has anatomical components that repeat the correct shape of the back and provide a comfortable position with unloading of the genital organs, which are under maximum pressure;
• has a different design, taking into account the gender and tastes of children;
• is a stylish furniture, harmoniously fitting into the interior of the children's room;
• Often sold in a set with a desk that is configured correctly in height and coincides in style;
• depending on the complexity of the design, different prices,that allows parents to choose the best option, taking into account the recommendations of experts and the planned budget for the purchase.

Not every model presented in the storefront is worth buying. Despite the wide range of trademarks, not all products take into account the physical capabilities of children. Some products provide for the redistribution of shock load from the back to the knees, which is far from being maintained by every child. Such proofreaders are a fairly tough measure of prevention, and often they simply stand idle in the corner of the room: it’s impossible to rest on your knees for a long time.

It is not always possible to buy what you liked: if the price of budget options is about 3,000 rubles, ergonomic types of import manufacturers often scare off buyers at a price of 20,000-30000 rubles. It turns out, the better the chair and the more correct its shape, the less accessible it is.

Thanks to modern developments and new technologies, the presented range is diverse.Models for children, which, combined with a set of physical exercises, can spare pupils from diseases of the back, repeat the bends of the body and have different regulators.

Conventionally, they are divided into three age groups:

• models for primary school students (6-8 years old);
• options for high school (9-12 years old);
• devices for teenagers (12-15 years and older).

The main components of each model are the frame, back, seat, supports and rotating wheels. Some products are equipped with additional rollers, have a cut under the knees and a different position of the steps. In most products, the base is quite massive: so the chair keeps well on the floor surface, it does not overturn if it is accidentally touched.

A distinctive feature of many children's models of orthopedic chairs is the lack of armrests. This component is appropriate for adults, but in children's varieties is harmful, since the position of the hands on the armrests leads to an elevation of the shoulder girdle and a distortion of the back.

All existing models are of two types: classic and ergonomic.

The first are the usual types (models of the office plan with an anatomical back, located close to the back of the child, and a soft seat).They can be on hinges and without wheels, different type of upholstery material. Often, orthopedic pillows of various shapes are added to achieve the best result. Classic has a smaller orthopedic effect.

Outwardly, they are much simpler than ergonomic chairs, but the functionality is almost the same: hinges, steps, cushions, backrest seat height adjustment. The back is regulated on a tilt angle. The number of footrests varies from one to two, they can be classic rectangular or circular, necessary to improve the blood circulation of the lower extremities.

An interesting variation is the double-back model, which consists of two halves, separated along the center of the frame rod. Each half is curved symmetrically, repeating the curves of the children's back.

Ergonomic models are of three types:

• knee- - a design with a back or without it with a support on knees (position of the child perpendicular to a floor, at the same time he rests his knees on a special pillow,and the feet are laid back and are located on the sides of the chair);
• saddle - a model with different functionality, the difference of which is the shape of the seat, resembling a saddle: it is raised in front and lowered on the sides (the position of the child does not differ from sitting on a classic chair);
• balancing - rocking chair or movable swinging chair, on one side of which there is a small seat, on the other - two pillows for the knees (the variant does not have a back, the correct position of the back is ensured by the child's need to constantly balance and train the vestibular apparatus).

Children's orthopedic chair - a modern approach to caring for the health of the child and his posture. In the production of models for students use different raw materials. The most relevant materials are metal, wood and plastic. In addition, they use modern types of fillers with an orthopedic effect (for example, polyurethane foam), high rates of elasticity and resistance to creasing.

Materials are divided into body and finishing. The base consists of metal (mostly steel) or wood.Wooden components are convenient as guides, body, base and supports. The disadvantage is less convenience: often in these structures there are no soft steps in the form of soft pillows.

He hides the body rod of the chair at the base and the point of connection with the points of support. It cannot be called particularly durable, since in some cases with a significant mechanical action, it can partially break away from the main parts.

Textiles or leather are upholstered. For children, more often use natural ingredients or high-quality synthetics. A practical raw material is genuine leather. Such products are more expensive, however, easier to maintain and look more presentable. If the purchase is planned for several years - this is the most profitable option: the surface is scratch resistant, you can remove any dirt from it.

Color decisions of orthopedic models of chairs for school students adhere to soft monophonic shades.In the lines you can find products for girls and boys, which are presented in the appropriate shades of the color palette. In addition to pink and blue, the priority is blue, green, orange, sand and brown tones. Some products are made with black upholstery.

It is worth noting a characteristic feature: the chair for an elementary school student is more resilient and runs in light shades, the product for a middle and high school student looks like an improved office option in dark colors.

The modern market of orthopedic products is represented by many brands.

The most interesting and functional models offered by the company:

• Duorest - products patented by the new technology for schoolchildren with a double movable back ensuring reliable fixation of the back without squeezing the vertebral discs, meeting world standards and safety requirements (expensive orthopedic chairs popular in Australia, Japan and the USA);

• Mealux - products of the Taiwanese brand, equipped with all kinds of adjustment of products for height and angle of inclination,having high quality and performance characteristics (products for children of different ages, from a first-grader to a graduate);
• Moll - orthopedic designs by the German manufacturer for middle and high school children, distinguished by their ergonomic shape, simplicity of the adjustment mechanism and reliability, developed for different build and weight of children from 100 kg (stylish models in pleasant colors).

The choice of an orthopedic chair for a student cannot be based solely on external indicators. Such a product is bought on the recommendation of an orthopedic surgeon, taking into account medical indicators. Do not treat furniture as a tablet: it does not cure the disease, but corrects the position of the back, so the effect is visible. However, if you do nothing besides the chair, its benefits will be minimized. This is not magical furniture: in addition to sitting, you need to move a lot and do special exercises.

After weighing all the pros and cons, it is worth considering:

• the model matters - it should be with a back, preferably rigid and not sliding with each touch of the child;
• safety is a key factor: the chair should be made from environmentally friendly raw materials without the addition of harmful components of dyes (the indicator is the absence of a strong odor);

• reliability and durability of the product are ensured by a durable frame: steel or aluminum are in priority;
• It is worth considering the number of support points: ideally, there should be at least five of them, and it’s better if they are equipped with a rotation and movement lock and also a function for locking the wheels;
• It is important to think about practicality: the upholstery of the chair should be easy to clean, with the possibility of wiping with a damp cloth that is resistant to accidental mechanical damage (in the priority leather or dense textiles with an additional removable cover);

• the adjustment system should be simple, so that if necessary it is possible to make adjustments for the physiological features of your child;
• The convenience of the model is verified by the “fitting” method: it should be carried out in the store, adjusting the device to the child (if the student is uncomfortable, this will save you from unnecessary waste and allow you to make the right choice in the direction of another model);
• the right type of seat is a slightly curved surface with a slightly sloping and optimally soft front edge, 50 cm deep.

Five rules of the best model:

• the feet of the child should not move under the chair (need a footrest);
• age must be indicated on the label;
• no loose construction: it will have to be twisted constantly;
• the angle between the lower leg and the thigh must be straight (it cannot be adjusted independently);
• the product is purchased with the child, taking into account his wishes.

Before buying it is important to study the features of a particular model you like. This will reveal its strengths and weaknesses and understand the degree of fitness for children of different ages (first grader, teenager) and health (cerebral palsy, postural disorders, scoliosis).

It is preferable to buy a height adjustable school chair chair with footrest. In order not to lament the quality of the product, it is important to scroll through the reviews of real buyers about the selected product. The model should be as comfortable and useful as possible.

In this video you will find a comparative review of orthopedic chairs for the student.