Chairs

polly123
polly123 Member Posts: 96
edited 8. Sep 2013, 07:02 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi guys,
posted this on the work forum, but stickywicket (love that name!!) suggested I may get more of a response here, so....

I'm trying to find information about the best chair for my desk at work. I currently have the general one on wheels, with a fixed back, and use a cushion to keep me upright. Work have offered to purchase something, as I'm finding that when at my desk for longer periods my back really aches.
I don't sit for extended periods, maybe an hour at most at a time, but some days i'm there more than not - if you know what I mean?

Does anyone have any suggestions?
Has anyone used those mesh back-rests that you can purchase in argos?

For info, I have PsA an OA, including slipped discs at the bottom of my spine. Both arthritis's are wide-spread

Thanks, Polly

Comments

  • dibdab
    dibdab Member Posts: 1,498
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Don't know whether it would suit you any better, but after my occy health assessment work got me a wheeled chair with a lumber support and arms which was definitely better for me. Just a thought, but is it worth going to an office supplies shop like St>>>>s and trying out different kinds of chairs?

    Deb x
  • barbara12
    barbara12 Member Posts: 21,281
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Oh Polly sorry I can t offer any help, I am retired and just need chairs with arms on :roll: ...I do agree with debs that you could try a lumber support,this should help your back.
    Good Luck hope you find something suitable x
    Love
    Barbara
  • polly123
    polly123 Member Posts: 96
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Thanks for your replies - I guess I need a trip to the city to sit on some chairs :)
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 29,912
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I tried the mesh thingy

    and gave it to my MIL :roll:

    I tried one of those ergonomic ones once that you almost kneel on? but it would be no good now :?

    Have you access to a physio for advice at all?

    Love

    Toni xxx
  • polly123
    polly123 Member Posts: 96
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Toni,

    Good idea - i'll speak to the physio at work see if she can point me in the right direction. I've seen those knee chairs - look like torture to me :D
    Polly