Are ergonomic study chairs more than a lockdown trend for students?

Most young learners – school and college students – use regular wooden chairs while sitting with their studies. Even at home, students use conventional chairs while studying. But given that the number of hours spent on chairs facing laptops, computers or other smart devices has increased, the need to rectify posture has also grown.  

And that is why ergonomic chairs – comfortable, scientifically designed seats – whose armrest, foot rest, height, back rest and seat cushion can be adjusted, are selling so well. However, this is not just a lockdown trend. Even when schools reopen and life goes back to normal, ergonomic chairs would be a wise option for kids.  

But what makes them so important? That is what we have discussed below.   

Reducing fatigue: The seat and backrest of ergonomic chairs help to maintain correct posture for long hours. This is particularly relevant for children since they are less mindful about their posture, especially while studying.  

Less sweaty: Sitting for long hours makes our back sweaty. And the children don’t even notice they are sweating. Ergonomic chairs with breathable meshed seats and backrests reduce sweating. 

Correct spine support: Giving proper support to the spine, hips and bottom reduces chances of chronic pain for kids. Correct neck positioning also helps students to concentrate better on studies. Unlike the straight backrests and seats of standard chairs, ergonomic chairs fuse the S shape curvature of the spine into their backrests and a shallow bucket seat, making them healthier. 

Swivel, rotate, slide: Kids will fidget and rock any chair. They will also stretch to get things from the table while sitting. To manage these, all ergonomic chairs have wheels that allow sliding from the desk to adjoining areas. These chairs also allow 360 degrees swiveling i.e. rotating around a vertical axis.  

Height adjustment: Height and arm rest adjustment are the most important features for kids. No more sitting on cushions or trying to fit into pre-teen chairs. Adjusting height also makes it possible to reach the perfect level for accessing computer keyboards. It stops kids from dangling their feet, instead encouraging a healthier posture with feet on the ground.