Seating Ergonomics in Healthcare

Long shifts and little free time are nothing new to people who work in medical facilities, but there is at least one factor that doesn’t have to come with the job: the risk of repetitive motion injuries often associated with sitting in chairs that don’t adequately support good posture.

This is one of the considerations that BioFit Engineered Products maintains should be foremost in the minds of those responsible for selecting ergonomic seating for administrators, radiologists, nurses, surgeons and a range of other support roles. This position is corroborated by spinal specialists, who confirm that applying ergonomic principals in the selection of a task chair is one of the most effective ways to prevent work-related back pain and injury, while supporting overall wellness.

Working the extended shifts prevalent in the medical world takes a physical toll that can become exacerbated without proper back support. Even if an injury does not occur, the effects can be felt in other ways, such as premature fatigue and lapses in concentration – factors that no medical institution can afford.

This scenario offers cause for real concern, but the solution comes down to knowing what to look for in a chair before you buy. While there may be stylistic differences between different manufacturers, there are some characteristics and available options that quality ergonomic seating products such as those produced by BioFit share in common, such as:

a five-pedestal base
fully adjustable and cushioned armrests
a seat that allows for even weight distribution
lumbar support
easy-to-use height adjustment*

*Use the handy seat height calculator below to find out the optimal seat height** for your specific healthcare workspace or task.

** Based on established ergonomics research. Optimal seat height may vary depending on physical characteristics of user or situation.

There is simply no substitute for a durable, ergonomically correct chair. BioFit makes a range of specialty seating products for the healthcare industry, each with components and functions for distinct uses and situations. All BioFit seating products meet or exceed industry quality standards, plus they’re backed by an industry-best 13-year warranty.

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