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Working at a computer all day can cause strain throughout your body. Most pain and injury from sitting all day is because of any number of poor body positions. Good posture is the key to minimizing pain and maximizing productivity. The chair you use has the greatest impact on your posture, whether good or bad.

Here are some important keys to choosing a office chair that supports good posture and minimizes discomfort:

First, consider the seat pan, or the place where you sit. As you sit in a chair, your hips should fit comfortably, with at least an inch of additional space on each side. Your weight ought to be evenly distributed across the pan to eliminate points of pressure, and the chair should still be comfortable after one to two hours of sitting. The seat should not be too deep that it touches the back of your knees.

Secondly, look at the height of the chair. Any chair you will be sitting in for more than a few minutes must have an adjustable height. It is also best if you can adjust the height while in a seated position, to get the correct position. Good posture requires that both feet are placed firmly on the ground.