3 Cheap Office Chairs To Buy And 3 To Avoid According To Consumer Reports - BGR

"Home office setups vary widely. Some people work from a laptop in bed, on the sofa, or at the kitchen table, while others prefer a traditional desk-based arrangement. For those in the latter category, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the vast number of ergonomic desk chair options, which vary massively in price. The Herman Miller Aeron, for example, is often brought up in discussions surrounding the world's best task chair, retails for nearly $2,000."

"In some cases, employers may reimburse equipment costs, making the price tag less of a concern, or even select the brands and items themselves, leaving employees with little choice and little need for guidance like this. When employees are responsible for purchasing their own desk chair, budget constraints are often a significant factor. To help with that decision, BGR has identified three of the best affordable desk chairs recommended by Consumer Reports testers, who conduct rigorous, hands-on evaluations."

"A proper desk setup can help alleviate aches and pains. Low-cost desk gadgets like a supportive rug for a standing desk, a lowered keyboard tray, or a soft monitor lamp can reduce bodily strain during work. The common monitor mistake of positioning the screen too low is easy to fix, but one of the primary causes of back pain is a chair's inadequate lumbar support. Consumer Reports factors back support into its ratings, noting specifically when a chair offers adjustable lumbar support."

Home office setups vary widely; some people work from a laptop in bed, on the sofa, or at the kitchen table, while others use a traditional desk and chair. Ergonomic desk chair options span a wide price range, with high-end models like the Herman Miller Aeron retailing near $2,000. Employers sometimes reimburse or select equipment, but employees who buy chairs themselves often face budget constraints. BGR identified three affordable desk chairs recommended by Consumer Reports testers and also listed three low-cost chairs to avoid. Proper lumbar support is a primary factor in preventing back pain. The lumbar is the lower third of the spine with a slight inward lordotic curve that helps distribute stress, and Consumer Reports factors adjustable lumbar support into its ratings.

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