The benefits that are immediately felt after adjusting the height of the chair are reduced pressure and tension on the back, especially when sitting at work in the office. Improper sitting posture makes the posture of the body bent, leaning forward, or tilted so that it feels uncomfortable during work, even after. If not corrected, this habit can cause problems that trigger pain or various physical disorders. The good news, this problem can be avoided simply by adjusting the height of the chair. Take advantage of the available adjusters so that you always sit in a safe and comfortable posture during work.
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Method 1 of 3: Raising and Lowering the Seat
Step 1. Look for the seat height adjustment lever
In general, office chairs are equipped with several levers that are installed under the seat holder to adjust the height or tilt of the seat. To adjust the seat height, sit on the chair and then pull up or down on the appropriate lever.
- Depending on the model of the chair, you may need to turn the screw under the seat seat instead of pulling or pressing the lever.
- If you're not sure which lever adjusts the height, read the instructions for using the chair or move the lever until you find the right lever.
Step 2. Move up and down the seat until you find the most comfortable sitting position
Usually, the seat of the chair will rise and fall on its own when you move the right lever. Allow the seat to move up and down until you can sit comfortably because you have found the most appropriate height. Do it slowly by sliding the stand inch by inch. When finished, release the lever to its original position.
- Depending on the model of the chair, you may need to pull the lever up if you want to raise it and press down to lower the seat.
- If you are using a pneumatic model chair, the lever must be pumped (pressed repeatedly until the seat seat rises or falls).
Step 3. Adjust the seat height while standing if the position is not correct
Stand in front of the chair and move the appropriate lever. Allow the chair seat to move up and down until the edge of the seat is slightly below the kneecap. At this time, you can sit comfortably in a chair with both feet on the floor.
Method 2 of 3: Determining the Right Seat Height for Working
Step 1. Adjust the seat height so that your eyes are at eye level with the monitor screen when you need to use the computer
Ideally, the monitor screen is slightly below eye level and the keyboard is at elbow level. If the height of the monitor screen cannot be adjusted, adjust the seat height.
Step 2. Place your elbows on a table with a horizontal surface
These instructions apply if you need to read a book or paper, write by hand, draw, etc. Raise or lower the chair seat until your elbows and palms are comfortably touching the table.
Step 3. Keep both feet on the floor while sitting at work
Get used to sitting with the correct posture, especially if you have to sit for a long time, such as attending a meeting. Adjust the height of the seat so that both feet touch the floor so that you can sit comfortably with the correct posture.
Method 3 of 3: Increase Safety and Comfort
Step 1. Adjust the height of the armrest if available
When sitting at a desk for typing or other similar tasks, adjust the position of the armrests so that they are at the same level as the table surface so that the forearms can be placed comfortably on the table. Remove or lower armrests when not needed to give you more flexibility while working.
Lower or remove the armrest if it gets stuck on the edge of the table so you can't slide your knees under the table
Step 2. Change sitting position every 15 minutes
To prevent muscle strain or other problems during work, you only need to change your sitting position without adjusting the seat height if it is not necessary, for example by leaning forward for a moment and then sitting up straight again. Also, you can move your center of gravity left and right and then back to the center to keep your spine straight.
Step 3. Use a footrest if the seat is too high and cannot be adjusted
If the chair cannot be lowered until the soles of the feet touch the floor and the forearms are in a comfortable position for work, place a footrest under the table to support both feet.
