Choosing the correct ergonomic chair

Whether you’re a student or employee; home working or office working, choosing the correct ergonomic chair can seem like a daunting challenge.

With so many options to choose from and variations of many chairs we’ve decided to guide you through the process.

The basic seat height adjustment, swivel facility and 5-star base are generally a given nowadays. So here are some additional important factors that should be considered in choosing your ergonomic chair:

Backrest height adjustment
Seat depth adjustment
Lumbar support
Armrest functionality
Independent backrest angle adjustment
Free float rocking action facility
Forward tilting seat
Fabric (Domestic fire reg’s approved)

We caught up with Nick Smart, Product Manager at TCI Seating Ltd. A UK manufacturer of specialist ergonomic seating. Who talks us through his top ergonomic chairs.

Nick’s top ergonomic chairs:

Domus from £210 ex.vat

The Domus chair is the ideal ergonomic upgrade from your dining chair or sofa and at a very reasonable price. It offers all the ergonomic adjustments required to ensure it is DSE compliant as well as an array of optional upgrades. Its ergonomically shaped backrest provides optimal support for the spine, helping to improve both your comfort and your posture.

Standard features

Backrest angle adjustment
Ratchet backrest height adjustment
Ergonomically sculpted backrest

Options include

Backrest sizes -1
Seat sizes – 2
Armrests – Height and angle
Neckroll
Inflatable lumbar support
Seat slide

Physica from £346 ex. vat

The Physica offers a very generous specification as standard, it is extremely versatile and highly adjustable. The infinitely adjustable independent seat and backrest angle allow for precise tailored support for varying preferences. Comfort is further enhanced with the addition of an inflatable lumbar support in the backrest to improve posture, memory foam seat topper aiding pressure relief and seat slide depth adjustment for varying femur lengths. It’s a truly exceptional offering at this price point!

Standard features

Independent seat and backrest angle adjustment with tension control
Ratchet backrest height adjustment
Inflatable lumbar support
Seat slide depth adjustment
Memory foam seat topper
Fully upholstered with piping detail

Options include

Backrest sizes -3
Seat sizes – 6
Armrests – 4D Height, depth, width and angle
Neckroll and headrest
Pocket springs
Coccyx cut-out
Inflatable posture supports

Ortho Omega from £446 ex.vat

The Ortho Omega offers all the standard features of the Physica model with the addition of the unrivalled comfort and support of its Orthopaedia® pocket sprung seat core encased in high density seat foam. Orthopaedia® pocket springs help to reduce and equalise pressure on the sciatic nerve, sacroiliac joints and the pelvic girdle, making it a popular choice amongst those suffering with back pain and other back related conditions.

Standard features

Independent seat and backrest angle adjustment with tension control
Ratchet backrest height adjustment
Inflatable lumbar support
Seat slide depth adjustment
Memory foam seat topper
Fully upholstered with piping detail
Orthopaedia® pocket sprung seat

Options include

Backrest sizes -2
Seat sizes – 4
Armrests – 4D Height, depth, width and angle
Neckroll and headrest
Coccyx cut-out
Inflatable posture supports

Axis from £640 ex.vat

The Axis features advanced operating controls, levers are replaced with a combination of innovative knobs and paddles allowing for increased ease of adjustment. Its supremely smooth free float rocking action promotes active sitting whilst still offering optimal spinal support. Front seat rise is minimal eliminating excess pressure behind the legs and an anti-kick backrest return feature requires the user’s body weight to engage. This truly is the ultimate ergonomic seating experience!

Standard features