Many jobs these days require people to sit down for long periods of time. Office jobs are nice, but they can be hard on your back and posture. You should consider this when choosing the next chair for your office.

The first question most people have when it comes to picking the right office chair is, "Which one is the best?" There is not necessarily a best chair when choosing an ergonomic chair. The right question to ask is, "Which one meets my specific needs?" There are a few things a person should take into account when selecting an office chair.

Seat height should be easily adjustable for different users, and the seat should have enough width and depth to support any user comfortably.

The backrest of an ergonomic office chair should be 12 to 19 inches wide. There should be an adjustment to the seat available if the backrest is separate from the seat. The back should also be able to adjust backward and forward to fit individual needs. Make sure it supports the natural curve of the spine. Pay special attention to the lumbar section of the back.

Support of the lower back in an ergonomic office chair is vital. The lumbar spine has an inward curve, and sitting for long periods without support for this curve tends to lead to slouching, which in return strains the structures in the lower spine. It can also flatten he natural curve in your spine. You will want to make sure you can make proper adjustments in the lumbar area of the chair.

It is nice if the armrests are adjustable, which allows the arms to rest comfortably and the shoulders to be relaxed. The elbows and lower arms should rest lightly, and the forearm should not be on the armrest while typing.

Ergonomic office chairs should easily rotate so the user can reach different areas of his or her desk without straining.

The ergonomic office chair should have enough padding to be comfortable to sit on for extended periods of time. Having a cloth fabric that breathes is preferable to a harder surface.

Ergonomic chairs come in a variety of colors and styles to match any office style. There are many types of chairs to choose from and various price ranges as well. Take your time to sit in a bunch of chairs while you are shopping. Being too hasty could cause you to end up with a chair that does not fit your needs. Make sure to be thorough and write down what you need in an ergonomic chair before you go shopping. It will help when making that important selection.