Frequently asked questions about SpinaliS chairs

SpinaliS is designed especially for those who sit for more than two hours a day, as it prevents injuries and pain caused by prolonged sitting in conventional fixed-back chairs. It is particularly recommended for children and adolescents. Due to the schooling process, this is the period when children spend most of their time sitting, as a result of which the muscles of the torso do not develop as they should, which is bound to lead to spinal problems later on. Their back muscles are not strong enough to support the spine due to lack of movement and rapid growth.
SpinaliS chairs offer two ways of sitting. The first is active, which means that we are sitting in the middle of the saddle and our muscles are active. The other way is to sit towards the back of the seat and lean back on the backrest, which takes some pressure off your muscles, but still keeps your body active by keeping your balance on the moving saddle.

This depends on the current physical condition of your back support muscles. On average, the first phase takes a few hours to get used to, but the second phase can last from a few days to two weeks until the muscles have strengthened and taken over the role of supporting the spine. After two or three days, there may be a slight soreness, known as Muscle soreness, which usually lasts for a day or two. This is a normal reaction to activity and is actually a great sign, as it means that muscles that were previously inactive have started to take over the role of supporting the spine again.
SpinaliS chairs offer two modes of sitting. The first is active, which means that we are sitting in the middle of the saddle and our muscles are active. The other way is to sit towards the back of the seat and lean against the backrest. They take some pressure off our muscles, but by keeping our balance on the moving saddle, we still keep our body active.

We advise that users with spinal impairments (especially severe injuries, post-surgery or complex diagnoses) consult their orthopaedic surgeon before purchasing a SpinaliS to advise whether the patient’s condition is already suitable for the use of a SpinaliS fitness ball or chair.

The normal delivery time is 5 to 7 days after receipt of the invoice or payment of the invoice. For any further information, please contact us at info@spinalis.si or on 051 677 810.

The SpinaliS chair follows the movement of the body, keeping the spine in balance. This is made possible by the omni-directional seat, which moves in the direction of the pelvis and spine with every movement of the body, keeping the spine in the correct position at all times.

SpinaliS is an important part of helping us maintain a healthy spine. Sitting on SpinaliS keeps the back and abdominal muscles active all the time, strengthening them, relieving pressure on the discs and vertebrae, and preventing spinal injuries and pain.

At first glance, this is true, but after a few days of active sitting, SpinaliS becomes very comfortable. At the beginning of getting used to SpinaliS, it feels strange, as we are used to regular chairs with a fixed seat. We sit on them with our back muscles relaxed, which leads to spinal injuries. However, sitting on a SpinaliS can be compared to sitting on a fitness ball, where you have to keep your balance all the time. Although it may seem tiring at first, you get used to active sitting very quickly.

This is a completely normal phenomenon that will disappear with the use of a chair. Sitting on the SpinaliS requires some effort for the first few days, as the body needs some time to get used to active sitting. However, as the muscles strengthen, sitting on the SpinaliS becomes a real pleasure. We recommend that for the first few weeks you sit more backwards on the saddle with your back against the backrest. This will reduce the movement of the saddle and therefore your muscular activity. Strong back muscles take on the crucial role of supporting the spine, so even after sitting for ten or more hours on the SpinaliS, our backs do not hurt.

SpinaliS chairs are the result of local, Slovenian development. It is an original innovative patent held by Tomaž Ham, owner of HAM d.o.o. With the exception of two elements, the entire production process is also carried out in Slovenia under the supervision of HAM and in cooperation with cooperating companies.

SpinaliS does not have the miracle power to cure all back problems, but it is true that in the vast majority of cases it significantly reduces or even eliminates back pain. That is why it is one of the most important preventive measures to reduce back problems, according to the renowned orthopaedic surgeon Dr Popovic (link to the opinion).

A healthy spine means a “young” spine in terms of the flexibility, elasticity and strength of the soft tissues around the bony elements. A healthy spine allows us to lead an active life, with correct posture, easy and unrestricted movement, and a life free from pain, tingling and other problems.

Dynamic sitting means that the sitting position is provided by the muscles and other soft tissues of our body, not by external support elements such as a backrest, table, armrests, etc.

A good ergonomic chair should allow us to sit properly and actively. Because we humans are built to move, with 3x more muscles than bones, there is no one right static position for us. It’s best if our muscles are active the whole time we are sitting.

A herniated disc is an injury to the intervertebral disc. When its connective tissue sheath ruptures due to excessive forces, the nucleus spills out. There are 23 discs between the spinal vertebrae. These are discs made of a watery core and a strong sheath of connective fibres. They act as shock absorbers for our movement and the force of gravity.

Forced static posture lasting several hours, heavy physical work and repetitive asymmetrical movement patterns lead to micro-trauma, herniated discs or muscle spasms around the lumbar region, which is manifested by low back pain.

The appropriate exercises are those that involve all the muscles that ascend to the pelvic- sacral complex – the pelvis. In particular, the muscles that connect the rib cage, pelvis and spine – the “core muscles” – must be strong and elastic enough.

This is not possible as it defeats the purpose of the SpinaliS chair, which is designed to promote active sitting. Try sitting deeper into the seat and pressing your lower back against the lumbar support; this will make the seat move less.

Our preferred children’s model is the Basic, which can be used by first-graders. The seat and backrest height can be adjusted so that the chair follows your child’s growth and ensures years of enjoyment. It is important that the feet touch the floor when seated, so you can also fit a foot ring if your child’s legs are not long enough.

SpinaliS chairs allow dynamic sitting and have a similar purpose to a fitness ball. Sitting on them strengthens the back and abdominal muscles, which can help relieve pain caused by incorrect posture and sitting for too long. SpinaliS chairs can therefore be seen as tools for a better life, an investment in our health, not just high quality office chairs.

SpinaliS chairs do not require special maintenance, they can be wiped down occasionally or as needed with a damp cloth and mild detergent. All the vital parts and the entire construction of the chairs are made of metal elements, which greatly reduces the possibility of malfunctions and ensures a long service life. Any malfunctions are repaired within a few days at the latest, as the entire production takes place in Slovenia and the repair time is therefore very short.

We use the highest quality materials for our handmade chairs, with the expectation of a long service life. With regular and proper use, we expect your SpinaliS chair to last at least 10 to 15 years. As with all materials, the way you use and maintain the product will influence its lifetime. If any part of your chair is worn or needs replacing, please contact us at info@spinalis.si or on 051 677 810.

SpinaliS chairs come with a 3-year warranty on the metal parts (frame, base, height adjustment mechanism), but the warranty does not include the seat cover and fabrics. The declared lifetime of SpinaliS chairs is 7 years.

The Good Buying Guarantee means that the customer can return the SpinaliS chair within 30 days from the date of delivery if they are not satisfied with the SpinaliS seating. Read more …