Health, Posture and Dynamic Seating
/Can dynamic seating be the solution to back pain?
Around 80% of adults will develop back pain at some stage in their lives. This in turn will result in time absent from work costing companies millions of pounds. When back pain becomes a chronic problem, it is considered by doctors to be a serious health issue.
Interestingly, back pain is virtually unknown in cultures where people sit in traditional ways, like Japan for example, where only 3% of adults report back pain problems. Our spines are the same, but our sitting habits are very different. In the west we spend approximately 11 hours a day sitting in some kind of chair; at work, while driving and eating meals. This seems to be contributing to the problem of back pain, but as a solution, not many of us will be in a position to simply stop using a chair.
So can changing your chair be part of the solution?
Yes probably, if it incorporates dynamic seating or active seating. Although the research is not extensive, there are some highly plausible conclusions drawn on why dynamic seating can help. Because dynamic seating allows for and encourages movement while seated, it helps to improve posture and contribute to core strength. When it comes to improving back health these things are integral.
Can dynamic seating reduce fatigue?
We think so - yes. Regular movement can definitely give the feeling of being more alert and of overall health and wellbeing. We think this also leads to improved performance at work, so it is a great idea to use an office chair which provides good support but is also responsive to movement.
Dynamic seating can provide great benefits not just for office workers but many other types of jobs too. Sitting in the same position for long periods of time can be disastrous for your back health, which is why taking regular breaks to move and stretch are also recommended.
Where does AirCare Systems come into all of this?
We have developed dynamic seating technology that adapts to the shape of the body and responds to every movement. It offers the optimum sitting position, providing support but also stimulating the muscles while seated. Our dynamic seats are fully adjustable offering a unique and tailor made fit. The parts we manufacture make up the components used by ergonomic chair designers and manufacturers. One day all seating will be dynamic, or at least we hope so.
How can I buy dynamic seating?
Click here to see some of the clients we work with which include designers and furniture manufacturers.
Or to be a part of our dynamic seating success story, contact us directly to find out more.
