{"id":20017,"date":"2024-09-26T06:56:20","date_gmt":"2024-09-26T05:56:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spinalis.com\/signs-that-your-office-chair-is-destroying-your-spine\/"},"modified":"2026-02-10T09:41:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T08:41:42","slug":"signs-that-your-office-chair-is-destroying-your-spine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spinalis.com\/en\/tips\/signs-that-your-office-chair-is-destroying-your-spine\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs that your office chair is destroying your spine"},"content":{"rendered":"

Signs that your office chair is destroying your spine<\/h2>\n

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Modern lifestyles often require us to spend a lot of time sitting, whether at work, at home or during leisure activities such as reading, watching TV or using the computer. This lack of movement increases the risk of various health conditions, including low back pain. Although prolonged sitting may not be the main cause of low back pain, it is certainly one of the key risk factors, especially for people who spend most of the day at a desk. <\/p> \n

Weak back muscles, caused by an inactive lifestyle, are more prone to pain. Regular exercise is the key to strengthening your muscles and reducing back problems. Long periods of sitting at a desk, especially if you are slouched in an unsuitable office chair, can have a serious impact on the health of your back. Research shows that the pressure on the spine when sitting is as much as 40 per cent greater than when standing, which is particularly problematic if you have poor posture. Sitting incorrectly puts extra strain on the spine, which can lead to pain. <\/p> \n

If you use a regular office chair, it is important to pay attention to your posture to reduce back pain when sitting. Experts advise sitting at a 135 degree angle, which means leaning back slightly. This is easier to achieve if you adjust the back of your chair and support your lumbar back. It is also important to adjust the computer screen to eye level to avoid unnecessary strain on the neck, which can cause additional pain. <\/p> \n

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Evolution’s impact on the spine and sitting<\/h2> \n

Human evolution has led to an upright posture in which our spine has developed natural curves in the shape of a double “S”. However, sitting all the time is not natural for our bodies, as when we sit, our hips and knees bend and our pelvis tilts backwards, causing the lumbar curve to straighten. This affects the intervertebral discs and puts tension in the spinal muscles, which puts a long-term strain on the spine. Sitting creates additional forces on the spine, especially on the intervertebral discs. With correct sitting posture, the pressure on the discs can be as much as 150% of the body weight, which means that with incorrect posture, especially when leaning forward, this pressure can exceed 200%. This makes the spine more vulnerable to injury and degenerative changes. <\/p> \n

Increased health risks from prolonged sitting<\/h2> \n

Research shows that prolonged sitting is not only associated with low back pain, but also with higher mortality rates. People who sit for 11 hours or more a day have a higher risk of premature death. In addition, back pain is one of the most common work-related health problems in the European Union, with one in three people experiencing back problems as a result of sitting. <\/p> \n

Key factors for preventing back problems<\/h2> \n

Experts stress that regular exercise, correct exercises to strengthen back muscles, an upright posture and a suitable chair are the key to preventing back pain. Correct sitting can only be achieved with a suitable ergonomic chair that supports the body at all key points. Such a chair allows active sitting, which means that it also encourages movement while sitting, thus preventing low back and spinal problems. <\/p> \n

SpinaliS dynamic sitting chairs<\/a> help to relieve spinal problems around the world. The SpinaliS office chair was developed in Slovenia and is a patented medical device. All but two parts are manufactured in Slovenia. The chairs are designed as medical seating aids, proven to relieve back pain and enable a healthy way of sitting. <\/p> \n

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Benefits of dynamic sitting<\/h2> \n

Sitting on SpinaliS chairs allows dynamic movement while sitting, which strengthens back muscles and reduces back pain. The posture is supported by the muscles, not the back of the chair or the table. This way of sitting helps to maintain a healthy spine and prevents pain as the body remains in motion even when sitting. On the SpinaliS ergonomic chair, you can choose between two sitting modes: active and more relaxed. If you sit in the middle of the chair, it adapts to your movements, which stimulates the activation of your back muscles. Many users initially experience slight muscle soreness from this activity, but over time sitting becomes more comfortable as the muscles strengthen. For a more relaxed position, we recommend moving closer to the back of the chair, which provides comfort while maintaining correct spinal posture. <\/p> \n

Dynamic sitting is key to strengthening back muscles, which leads to a healthier spine and better posture. This improves quality of life and reduces pain. This is why more and more people are choosing to use SpinaliS ergonomic chairs, as they enable them to stay healthy and well during prolonged sitting. <\/p> \n

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