A Comfortable Office Chair

Madtricyclist

Hi,  I have Cerebral Palsy Diaplegia  and have worked in an office environment for many years full time 35 hours a week I sit on an ordinary office chair which is absolutely fine.  During a conversation with my physio today she asked if I used an ordinary office chair as she thought that perhaps I would be more comfortable on a chair with a saddle like shape to it so that my hips would be in a better position. I.e. not rotated inwards.  (Does this make any sense)??  My question to you is are there any office chairs out there with a saddle like construction or that  would promote a good posture for people with CP?

Sam_Alumni

Hi @Madtricyclist - I was just reading another post about this and found this advice from other members.

@Ajk110 said:

In many organisations, an occupational health budget of some kind exists to finance reasonable adjustments such as specialist seating. As for what to get, an independent assessment is crucial. One widely-used company that I know of, highly regarded for ergonomic office furnature and equipment is Posturite (www.posturite.co.uk)
but do some research for others. Best of luck.

@JayPee said:

One of  the most common problems in an office is sitting and forgetting to get up or change posture etc.Depending on the size of your employer you could get 100% funding for a chair. They will send a specialist to assess your needs. 
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/527784/employer-guide-atw-dwpf03a.pdf

Madtricyclist

Many thanks for your advice I will certainly look at the links you have given me.  My employer is very good reasonable adjustments and is keen to help me as much as possible so if I find a chair that I think may be suitable I shouldn't have a problem in getting an assessment.

Geoark

@Madtricyclist  I would suggest getting the assessment done first. The assessment will include the type of chair you need, and if a specialist chair is required will know where to source this. If a non specialist chair is needed they will be able to advise what to look for to best suit you.

davidwilliams

Here is my opinion about what is the right comfortable office chair*: A good comfy office chair is one that is adjustable and has a lot of cushioning. It's important to make sure that the chair is comfortable for you, because you'll be sitting in it for hours at a time.

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