5 Ways To Start 2017 With An Ergonomic Bang

As the year begins, most workers are looking for ways to become more ergonomically efficient in. If you want to start off on the right foot, you're in the right place. Today on the Office Anything Blog we'll provide cool product suggestions and tips that will help you skyrocket productivity. Enjoy!

1.) Sit To Stand

First things first, you gotta sit to stand! Working from a seated position for long periods of time is unhealthy. By providing yourself with the ability to work standing up, you'll be able to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. We recommend integrating a sit to stand desktop addition like the 5100 model from OFM, or the Volante from Systematix. These versatile office accessories attach easily to almost any desk surface to improve blood flow and promote continuous movement.

2.) Adjust or Upgrade

When you are sitting, do you feel properly supported by your office chair? The odds are, your chair is due for an adjustment. Take the time to pull out your owner's manual and do a quick refresher on your chair features. Optimize the angle and height at which you sit to ensure you're operating effectively.

If you're chair just isn't cutting it, make an investment into productivity and upgrade. Awesome office chairs are available from brands like Eurotech, Offices To Go, and iDesk that will help you kick comfort into overdrive without breaking the bank. In the long run, even the most expensive desk chair is only as good as it's owner. Wether you adjust or upgrade,  you'll need to master your chair features and benefits to be at your best.

3.) Two Screens Are Better Than One

Still operating with a single computer screen on the factory base? End 2016 with an ergonomic bang by making the switch to a dual screen mounting system from a reputable brand like ESI. The articulating monitor arms from ESI provide unparalleled adjustment capabilities that will reduce visual strain and neck pain while simultaneously improving the rate at which you compute and increasing usable desk space.

4.) Post Posture Tips

It's hard to remember how to sit and operate effectively during hectic work days. Studies have shown that making a list of posture tips and posting them within eye sight of your computer screen will keep them fresh in your mind, thus causing you to engage them even when busy!

5 Posture Tips for Improved Operating:

1. Keep Back In Contact With Chair At All Times
2. Keep Feet Flat and Facing Forward
3. Raise Computer Screens To Eye Level
4. Don't Look Down To Type
5. Take Short Breaks To Avoid Fatigue

5.) Accessorize

No office space is truly complete without at least a few ergonomic add-ons. While you should't rush out to purchase every popular ergonomic product on the market, you should do a little homework on those with the potential to truly improve your personal effectiveness. If keyboard tray is still sitting on your desk, an articulating system is the perfect place to start. A retractable keyboard tray that raises and lowers will help you compute at correct angles while reducing the risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. In addition, you may consider adding an ergonomic foot rest. While it sounds simple, simple products like a foot rest can yield major productivity results as they improve comfort while eliminating strain. If you can, take the time to visit your physician. Discuss areas of discomfort with them and they'll be happy to make ergonomic suggestions to have your interior properly accessorized in no time.

Reduce Pain & Strain with Symmetry Office

Symmetry Office specializes in the provision of user friendly ergonomic products that reduce pain and strain in the workplace. This highly respected brand is recognized as an industry authority that professionals turn to when average office products just won't cut it. Today on the Office Anything Blog we'll be shining the spotlight on Symmetry's top of the line workplace solutions. Prepare to be impressed!

The adjustable computer screen mounts from Symmetry Office are the best in the business. If you're ready to reduce visual strain and neck pain, make the switch to a Symmetry monitor arm today. Once integrated into your workspace, a Symmetry Office monitor arm system will greatly improve the amount of usable desk space present at your station. Mounts attach in just minutes to nearly any operating surface to ensure you able to reap the ergonomic benefits you deserve.

To be honest, not all ergonomic products are created equal. Those from manufacturers like Symmetry Office truly reign supreme. Take one look at their CPU holders and you'll see what we mean. Mounts like the Harmony get your computers main power source up off the ground to create additional knee space. With your CPU mounted underneath your operating surface, you'll find it easier to route wires and charge devices throughout the day. This translates improved office functionality and a reduced number of straining trips underneath the desk amidst a sea of wrappers, paper clips, and crumbs!

Looking for that X factor product to make your business more effective and efficient? Check out the Align laptop cart from Symmetry Office. This standing height computer workstation promotes continuous movement in the workplace and limits the health risks associated with extended sits. With it's mobilized base and user friendly accessories, this high tech product can be moved from space to space as needed to kick ergo functionality into overdrive.

As mentioned above, there's big time risks associated with extended sits. They can actually shorten your life span. To fight back, you'll need to integrate sit to stand products that allow you to reduce pain and strain while simultaneously becoming more versatile. That being said, the articulating keyboard trays from Symmetry Office are ready, willing, and able to help. At the everyday low price of $230.99, the Balance sit to stand ergonomic keyboard tray from Symmetry Office is a must consider office investment. With it's generous dimensions and mousing platform, this ergonomic computer add-on is an absolute winner in the workplace.

Ergonomic Essentials: Office Products We Can't Live Without

The right combination of ergonomic products will help you improve workplace functionality, productivity, and support. Today on the Office Anything Blog we'll highlight the must have items needed to kick corporate comfort into high gear. From the smart chair to the CPU holder, we simply can't live without these awesome ergo tools.

Office comfort starts with chair. That being said, you'll need a professional seating solution that's up to the task. This year, it's all about the "smart chair". If you've ever found it hard to master your chair functions and remember when to utilize them, a smart chair is the way to go. They do the work for you! Smart chairs automatically adjust to your body weight and move with you while operating naturally. Once you make the switch to a smart chair, there's no turning back. The ability to get posture perfect while avoid lever pulling and constant adjusting throughout the day is simply too good to pass up.

We can't live without the dual screen monitor arm. First and foremost, a dual computer screen mounting system will help you save time when computing. Stop flipping back and forth between multiple tabs and spread your work out across multiple screens to become more efficient. Dual monitor mounts will also allow you to raise your computer screens to eye level to avoid visual strain. Ever find yourself looking down at your screens when typing? This causes serious neck stiffness that can be avoid with the adjustable design of a dual monitor mount.

Sitting for long periods of time can actually shorten your life span. To avoid extended sits, you'll need an ergonomic desk that's ready to adjust and move with you. This year, sit to stand workstations have been the way to go. Brands like ESI Ergonomic Solutions, Mayline, and Global Total Office are now offering super popular sit to stand desks that are a must for intensive work environments. Sit to stand desks promote continuous movement in the workplace, reduce fatigue, and greatly improve blood flow. The ability to take your work surface up and down with the push of a button will make you incredibly versatile and ready to stay productive in any situation.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is no joke! Today's articulating keyboard tray solutions will help you compute at the angles needed to avoid hand and wrist pain thats directly related to this common office epidemic. If you can't afford a new sit to stand ergonomic desk, you may consider the addition of a sit to stand ergonomic keyboard tray. It's really the best of both worlds. A sit to stand articulating keyboard tray will improve productivity, limit pain, and much more. No matter what, avoid wasting valuable desk space by resting your keyboard tray atop your workstation. Mount your keyboard tray on an articulating system and modernize your computing.

Trips underneath the desk to route wires and plug in devices are a real pain in the butt! Avoid these unnecessary tasks with the integration of an under-mount CPU holder. Attaching your CPU underneath your desk with provide you with an abundance of additional knee space. Having your CPU off the ground in a locked system will also protect your digital files from flood damage and theft. The CPU holders from brands like Symmetry Office and ESI are incredibly affordable. Awesome mounts can be purchased for just over a hundred bucks.

Ergo Made Easy: Simple Products, Huge Difference!

Ergonomic office products don't have to be complicated. Reputable brands like Global Total Office, Mayline, and Symmetry Office are working hard to minimize the learning curve with new and innovative workplace solutions. Today on the blog we'll highlight user friendly ergo products that simplify comfort and maximize comfort. Enjoy!

First up, the 6673-2 Arti series office chair from Global Total Office. This cutting edge chair articulates like the human spine and allows the chair back to reshaped itself to mimic the users profile. The 6673-2 Arti automatically responds to body movements and sitting positions to minimize the need for constant adjusting. To make a long story short, this chair makes it easy to find a reliable sit with minimal effort. We give the 6673-2 Arti chair 5 out of 5 stars!

Like the song says, "You gotta get up to get down". This year it's all about the sit to stand desk movement. Brands like Mayline are making it easy to reduce fatigue and improve blood flow with push button desks like those from their new RGE collection. Sit to stand stations promote continuous movement in the workplace and help users avoid extended sits that can actually shorten your lifespan. Once thought of as high end, techy products, sit to stand desks are rapidly becoming the industry standard.

Compute at correct angles with minimal effort by using an articulating keyboard tray from Symmetry Office. Keyboard trays like the BALANCE-3-TSS allow users to quickly switch from sitting to standing positions. Symmetry keyboard trays are incredibly easy to use and install in minutes. These handy tools will instantly create more usable desk space while helping your reduce the risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

If you're tired of banging your knees on the CPU every time you slide your chair in and out from underneath your desk, rest assured, you're not alone! Thankfully, brands like ESI have just the solution! Their user friendly CPU mounts attach underneath desk surfaces on retractable glides. You can pull your CPU in to place when need, and slide it out of the way while you work. Having your CPU off the ground protects your digital files from flood damage. Locking units will even protect you against theft! These simple yet effective products are a must consider for any modern workspace.

Simple, affordable, effective! An adjustable ergonomic foot rest will reduce fatigue and improve personal performance without breaking the bank. Most of today's top ergonomic product manufacturers offer cost effective foot rests that should be budgeted for during any office makeover project. As simple as it sounds, integrating a foot rest will actually help improve efficiency throughout those tough days. Stop using the base of your chair as a foot rest. Avoid crossing your feet out in front of you while computing. These bad habits restrict blood flow and limit performance potential. With an adjustable foot rest, you'll be able to keep your feet, legs, and knees in sync for posture perfect performance.

Trend Spotting: January's Hottest Office Products

This year, industry leading brands have hit the ground running. Office innovators like Mayline, OFM, and Global Total Office are paving the way for new trends that competitors can only hope to imitate. In today's post, we'll review January's hottest office products to identify emerging industry trends geared towards taking your interiors to the next level. Enjoy!

Mayline's revamped Flip-N-Go table collection has become an instant hit. These modular tables boast mobilized bases that make for easy reconfiguring and flip down tops that save space when not in use. These awesome new Mayline training room table solutions feature silver bases that perfectly compliment a wide range of surface finish options. The traditional fixed leg training room tables of the past are rapidly being replaced by flip top variations that provide significantly greater functionality.

No training room furniture configuration would be complete without quality seating! Mayline further complimented the Flip-N-Go collection with their new Thesis series chair. These ultra cool training room seating solutions will help maximize interior square footage and productivity. Thesis chairs are available with arms, without arms, and with retractable tablets. Much like the Flip-N-Go tables, all Thesis models can be nested or stacked along perimeter walls to save space when not in use.

OFM never fails to impress! This trend setter is always up to something big. Just this month, OFM enhanced their Marque reception desk collection with the addition of a super swanky white finish option that's complimented by silver metal frame trim. These contemporary reception desks from OFM feature curved fronts that look great from every angle. Marque stations are available in 5 sizes that can be equipped with ADA compliant sections for hand-capped and elderly office visitors. Leave no doubt, white reception desks will be trending big time in 2016!


In addition to the their all new white reception desks, OFM also gave us innovative new powered tables. Endure tables feature retractable stools that support users up to 300 pounds. All models are equipped with surface level power ports that include AC and USB inputs. Endure tables can be used individually, or connected to form larger configurations. This soon to be best selling collection provides the perfect blend of retro, industrial, and modern design characteristics.

Taking on a conference room makeover project? Keep your space up to date with furniture and seating from Global Total Office. Last year, Global Zira series conference tables stole the show. In 2016, their poised for a repeat performance. These high tech boardroom solutions can be equipped with HDMI, USB, AC, Audio, Phone, Ethernet, and other advanced input options. The Zira collection is still on the upswing. These tables aren't new to the industry, but they are still trending big time!

Global's new Solar seating collection is perfect for the conference room! These sleek mesh chairs are available in a choice of alabaster and asphalt frame finishes to compliment a wide range of mesh color options. Released just a few short weeks ago, the Solar collection has enjoyed immediate success. These mesh conference room seating solutions are the work of renowned designer Paul Brooks. The Solar comes equipped with an integrated swivel tilt function that requires no bulky control mechanism. The result is a beautifully fluid structure that promotes a clean look in any interior it graces. While designed for conference room applications, the space saving features of the Solar also make it a perfect choice for professional training, private office, and classroom environments.

Friday Finds: Cool Products From Symmetry Office

Any office specialist will tell you that now workspace is complete without the right combination of ergonomic products! Integrating monitor arms, articulating keyboard trays, foot rests, and more will help you reach peak performance levels in no time. In today's Friday Finds post we'll showcase some super cool products from Symmetry Office. These ergonomic tools are a must consider for any business professional that's serious about productivity!

First up, the Symmetry Office APEX-HD-2 dual screen monitor arm. This heavy duty unit is designed to support computer screens up to 40 pounds each! The APEX-HD-2 features a tear drop hole pattern that makes mounting a breeze. This unit can be effectively installed in less that 15 minutes! When it comes to ergonomic monitor arms, Symmetry Office does it best. Units like the APEX-HD-2 provide excellent adjustment capabilities and will instantly increase the amount of usable desk space available in your workstation. With solidly constructed aluminum arms, tool free cable management, and a professional look, the APEX-HD-2 is one of the absolute best monitor mounting solutions on the market in 2015.

Next up, the Symmetry Office Balance 3 Sit to Stand Keyboard tray and mechanism combo. Priced at $230.99, this user friendly ergonomic tool is one of the best buys on the market. The BALANCE-3-TSS features ridged phenolic construction that's sturdier than steel. Anti skid grip strips are standard on the Balance 3 to prevent your keyboard tray from sliding around when you're typing. With a a fully adjustable and detachable mouse pad, finding your desired operating position just got easy! The BALANCE-3-TSS also boasts a foam gel wrist rest for improved user comfort. This sit to stand unit is sure to promote continuous movement in the workplace. As sitting for long periods of time is never a good idea, users will be able to quickly unlock the mechanism and raise this versatile keyboard tray to keep working from standing positions.

Shed a little light on your project with the Symmetry Office Ascend series desk lamp! Overhead fluorescents can be costly. That being said having an LED office light like the Ascend is just plain smart. The Ascend boasts more than 25 individual LED's that can change to 4 different color settings. Talk about setting the mood! With it's built in USB charging input, you'll be ready to charge your device without overcrowding the power outlets under your desk. Worried about desk space? This handy little tool completely folds in half to stay out of the way when not in use. Priced at $141.99, the Ascend is available in two cool finish options to compliment your space.

Symmetry Office offers some of the absolute best CPU holders on the market. If you're still operating with your computer's power source sitting on the ground, it's time to make a change! Leaving your CPU on the ground and unprotected makes factors like left and water damage major concerns. A locking CPU holder like the HARMONY-CPU-4 will keep your computer safe and out of the way. No more banging your knees on the computer when you arrive at work. Simply turn on your CPU  and slide it down the track that mounts under your work surface to keep it out of the way when not in sure. Talk about leg space! It's almost like having a whole new workstation. Not to mention, the HARMONY-4-CPU locks to keep your important digital files protected. This heavy duty unit is easy to install and supports CPU's up to 50 pounds.

Last but not least, it's always a good idea to prop your feet up when working. Adjustable foot rests like the FR-1 from Symmetry will help users take pressure of their knees while working. A good foot rest like this will improve blood flow and help reduce fatigue in the workplace. At just $62.99, you can't afford to not try one out. Designed to provide support for the 5th percentile female when normal office chair adjustments won't work, the FR-1 offers a wide surface and anti-fatigue rubber mat that makes getting comfy a breeze.

What's New? Evolve Monitor Arms by ESI!

The new Evolve collection from ESI Ergonomic Solutions is here! This line of adjustable monitor arms is sure to improve workplace productivity and efficiency. In today's post we'll take a look at a few of the top models from the Evolve collection and their respective benefits. Enjoy!

If you're working in a tight space, the EVOLVE-STUBBY monitor arm is the way to go! This pole style mount is ready to accommodate screens up to 17.6 pounds and offers a monitor extension range of 6 inches. The EVOLVE-STUBBY comes standard with both clamp and grommet mount options to make setup a breeze. At an everyday low price of just $159.00. Now that's ergonomic value!


Next up, the EVOLVE2-MS. This dual screen monitor arm features a heavy duty design that's ready to accommodate two 32 inch computer screens side by side. This multi screen mounting system features a VESA place quick release system to make changing out your screens easier than ever. The EVOLVE2-MS can be installed effectively in less than 15 minutes. A slide feature is also standard on each of the arms that provides a 9 inch range of adjustment from left to right. This awesome new monitor arm is available in 2015 for just $443.40.


If two is better than one, three is better than two! The all new ESI EVOLVE3-FMS three screen monitor arm proves this point with shining colors. This adjustable system incorporates a three across mounting approach that is ready to accommodate screens up to 15.4 pounds each. If you're looking to increase your amount of usable desk space while simultaneously improving the rate at which you compute, the EVOLVE3-FMS is a must consider. Enjoy these new monitor arms by ESI for $572.40.

Not everyone needs a 4 screen monitor mount. That being said, if you operate in a fast paced work environment where productivity is key, this EVOLVE4-FMS model may be worth a serious look! This Evolve series mount features 4 independent arms that are ready to adjust from 4.5 inches to 36.5 inches. That's a big range! The EVOLVE4-FMS also boasts a 180 degree lock out feature as well as well as a full extension of 28.75 inches per arm. Talk about versatility!

The EVOLVE6-FMS is perfect for call center applications and credit card monitoring stations. This high tech 6 screen monitor arm is sure to cut down on the time any user spends flipping back and forth between tabs. With 6 adjustable screens at your disposal, you'll be able to write a report, browse the web for references, and check your social media accounts with screens to spare. Priced at $998.40, this unit is a bit much for the average office space. That being said, it's still one of the most user friendly and affordable 6 screen monitor mounting options available on the market.

More Screens Equals More Productivity!

The new ergonomic motto seems to be "two screens are better than one". Incorporating multiple screens into your office workspace will help you improve productivity and effectiveness. That being said, in today's post we'll highlight the specifics of what a quality adjustable monitor arm can do for you!

Once thought of as luxury items, monitor arms have no become more affordable than ever. Top brands like Global Total Office, Symmetry Office, ESI Ergonomic Solutions, and Mayline all offer effective monitor mounting solutions designed to specifically improve your work day. In 2015, dual screen mounts can be purchased for as little as $200.00. That being said, the benefits gained are near priceless.

Add a dual screen monitor mount to your office and you'll wonder how you ever lived without it. Flipping back and forth between multiple tabs is now a thing of the past. Simply connect your monitor arm to your workstation via a clamp or grommet mount, link your screens, and start boosting productivity! You'll be able to use references when typing more effectively. No more bulky document holders taking up desk space!

In addition to the technological benefits, monitor arms will also increase your amount of usable desk space. As these handy devices are far less bulky than the bases computer screens come with from the factory, you'll be saving space that can be far better utilized. They say it's best to make your office work for you. That's what ergonomics is all about! Minimizing fatigue, increasing productivity, and becoming more efficient will ensure you are at your very best. Multi screen monitor mounts will help you do just that!

Want to kick things into high gear? Consider a mount that utilizes even more screens! While two screen mounts are becoming staples in the workplace, if you want to be ahead of the curve, even more advanced options are available. Three, four, six, eight, and twelve screen mounting solutions are available to help you take your computing experience to the next level.

Ever find yourself working with a client that needs to view important information on your computer screen? In years passed, your valued visitors would have to get up out of the chair and walk around to see your computer. With multi screen monitor arms the process is far more customer friendly. Simply use the swiveling capability of your adjustable mount to rotate a screen towards them.

While top ergonomic products like articulating keyboard trays and CPU holders are very popular, 2015 is the year of multi screen mounting systems. Whether you're linking multiple televisions, or simply improving your personal workstation, dual screen monitor mounts will improve productivity in a flash.

What's Missing From Your Office?

If you've been working in the same space for a while, you probably have a pretty good routine going. But how can you know if you're missing something that could make your workday faster, more comfortable, and more productive? Well, today we'll take a look at some of the most popular devices for improving work experience and highlight their benefits. Check them out!

An Adjustable Monitor Arm

By allowing users to adjust the position of their computer screen, the monitor arm will reduce eye strain for avid gamers and computer users. They're perfect for anyone that's prone to neck and upper back problems caused by an ill-placed computer screen. Use the monitor arm to move the screen directly in front of you, so you don't alter your neck and back muscles to see from an unnatural position. Make sure the screen is at least one arm's length away from your face, and say goodbye to eye strain. Because the arms keep computers off the tabletop, you also get a ton of desk space back!

The Proper Office Chair

Having a proper office chair for your needs is imperative in all office environments. You want a chair that's comfortable enough to sit in all day, but that also meets your individual standards for quality and stylish design. Choosing modern mesh task chairs for sale is an excellent way to get a comfortable seating solution with a breathable upholstery that prevents the buildup of germs and heat on the user, so they're great for warmer offices. On the other hand, a nice leather office chair or an ergonomic one is usually more popular with executives.

Organization

Everyone has their quirks, but if you're office is missing organization, you've got a problem in the making. Even if you think you have a pretty good idea of where everything is, its only a matter of time before that important purchase order gets mixed in with that igloo of other papers shielding your desk. Sooner or later, you may even lose your car keys and have to stay at work… forever! Instead of wallowing in the mess, give yourself the ability to keep things clean by adding small convenient storage cabinets and a trash bin, so you can decide at the moment if your paper is a keeper or a throw away. You'll work faster, and the office will look great while you do it!

Desk Plants

Desk plants are super great for those with breathing problems, the elderly, or anyone stuck in a city office with no windows. Few realize that as you sit at your desk indoors, after a while you may actually end up re-breathing your own carbon-dioxide, causing tiredness and cognitive impairment. Fortunately, certain low-maintenance plants like lemon balm, spider plants, golden pothos, and peace lilies all work by acting as affordable air purifiers to improve health in the workspace. They remove harmful VOCs, replenish the air with oxygen, make space smell better, improve brain function, and they look good doing it. A must-have for any indoor office.

Effective Lighting

Believe it or not, lighting is a big problem for many people in office environments, and they may not even know it. The human eye is only made to take so much light input, and overloading with bright computer light, desk light, and ambient light can cause terrible eye strain. Instead, choose smart office lighting options that allow you to adjust intensity by manipulating the arm of the lamp or dimming it. Another option is to dim your computer screen by setting it to an "eco" setting. It saves energy, you'll be more comfortable, and lamps like the Solstice by ESI can even charge your handhelds!

Ergonomic Keyboard Tray

If you experience wrist pain, an ergonomic keyboard tray can help! Office-related hand and wrist pain is usually caused by an improperly placed keyboard that may force users to reach on top of their desk to type, putting their hands in an unnatural position. Many keyboard tray models mount under desks to save users the trouble. Under the desk, keyboard trays are almost always at arm level. The tilt feature can help ensure proper blood flow to the forearms, hands, and wrists, reducing pain.

Foot Rest

The last thing that's likely missing from your office is probably the last thing you'd think of - an airplane. Just kidding! The last reasonable thing you're likely missing is a foot rest. It may sound silly at first, but if you ever wonder why you experience terrible foot pain at the end of the day even if you hardly ever get up to wander around the office, it's probably from your feet not touching the ground when you sit. When feet dangle in the air, the dead weight puts a lot of stress on the knee joints, cutting off circulation and causing major pain. An adjustable foot rest is a great way to alleviate the stress and leave you more comfortable at the end of the day. (There are even models with massagers built in!)

Are You Maximizing Your Ergonomic Potential?

All too often, people will spend hundreds on ergonomic furniture and still wonder what is wrong. "Why do I still have back pain?" "Where is the efficiency?" "Ergonomic furniture is just a bunch of hokum!" These are all popular statements for people that aren't reaping the full rewards of their ergonomic furniture, but the good news is, it's not the furniture. Decades of intense study can go into the design of a single chair before it's rolled out to the public. If you spent a bundle on ergonomic furniture but aren't seeing the rewards, try asking yourself these questions to improve your experience.

Are You Adjusting Your Chair Regularly?

Like the working world, the human body is constantly changing and adapting to new situations. If you don't notice your ergonomic chair working right away, it may be because you never adjusted it to suit your needs to begin with. In the office, quality executive chairs with ergonomic features are precision instruments. The more high end a chair is, the more is expected of you. Ergonomic chairs will do wonders for back pain, joint problems, and anything else they advertise as long as the user holds up their end of the bargain - to use the chair. This means more than just sitting. This means actively working with your chair for the best your body can receive, and that includes adjusting it as your muscles change and heal. Take the time every few weeks to reexamine your seating experience, and make sure you are using your chair. Leaning forward to work on a computer takes you away and ruins your purchase. As your body heals with your new chair or you add new activities to your daily routine, adjustments should be made for maximum comfort and efficiency.

Are You Maximizing Desk Space?

If ergonomics is all about improving productivity and efficiency, you may be wondering why you aren't working faster. The answer is usually one of simple practicality. An ergonomic chair will do wonders for back pain but it likely won't make you work faster and more efficiently. That task falls to a different product entirely. Adding ergonomic keyboard trays for computer use to the office greatly maximizes desk space, which is one of the fastest ways to a faster office. Ergonomic keyboard trays mount underneath office desks and can adjust to meet your unique needs. People with joint pain love them because they no longer have to reach up to the desk to type, which brings us to another point! Keyboard trays maximize desk space. By staying out of the way, they leave the desk open for important things. This way, users can use the desk for what it's for without having to wiggle around searching for a place to write. Desk, computer, keyboard, papers, it's all right there in front of you!

Are You Using a Monitor Arm?

For a product that's useful to almost anyone who works in an office, monitor arms are some of the most underrated products out there. Oftentimes, people will wonder why their new ergonomic chair hasn't solved their back and neck problems, and the answer is, they aren't using it. Instead of sitting back, they're straining forward trying to see a computer screen. Because of this, monitor arms can improve work experience tenfold. They work by mounting to a wall or desk and attaching a computer screen to a long adjustable arm that can stretch out and tilt, so the user doesn't have to strain their body trying to see the screen. Quality adjustable monitor arms improve health by relieving back pain, eye strain, and other problems caused by an inefficiently placed computer screen. Dual screens increase computer desktop work area and improve work rate. They're perfect for anyone who is near or far sighted. As an added plus, they also help maximize desk space!

Is Lighting an Issue?

Lighting can be an issue on both ends of the spectrum with some users receiving either too much light or too little. Eye strain is one of the most common problems in the workplace, and it's usually associated with computers. However, the human eye can only handle so much light. People who work in a bright office with a bright computer screen are overloading their eyes, causing pain. The best way to solve this is by dimming the blinds or dimming the brightness of your computer screen in the settings (which also conserves power!) On the other hand, workers who receive too little light are also damaging their eyes. Too often, people in public business environments will settle for less light, thinking they have no control over the company. However, there are tons of discount office lighting for sale for those that look. Desk lamps, task lights, and under mount lights can change the whole look of stylish office desks with glass or wood surfaces, and they also reduce eye strain for a more productive work experience.

Did You Get the Right Product?

Sometimes maximizing efficiency is all about knowing what to buy. As effective as a keyboard tray is, it likely won't do much if you're hoping to see your computer screen better. The best way to identifying the ideal ergonomic solution is to identify the problem first. Ergonomic products are specifically designed to deal with different individual needs. Chairs like the 6671-2 Arti Series Synchro Knee Tilter Chair by Global may be created with articulating joints to alleviate back pain, while ergonomic keyboard trays are better for joints in the hands, wrists, and arms. If you know what problems you want to solve, you have a much better chance of determining the right product for yourself. Also, never be afraid to call up your furniture dealer to ask for a recommendation or an exchange. As a dealer, it's their job to know the best ergonomic products for different specific needs. Chances are, you'll get exactly the product your looking for, and perhaps even a great deal!