Back support

Chair back support – Relieve back pain

According to World Health Organization a growing number of people suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives. A sedentary lifestyle is a crucial risk factor for recurring neck and back pain. Sitting for extended periods of time – in the office, in front of the computer or TV or when commuting – puts a lot of pressure on soft tissue and joints of the spine which causes backache and tension. When sitting your back muscles cannot maintain the proper posture for a long period of time and there is significant strain on your lumbar discs. As a result, you tend to slouch or slump, which further weakens and stiffens back muscles, which leads to poor posture and chronic lower back pain

How do I prevent back pain when sitting?

If you suffer from lower back pain, you can benefit from using the ergonomic chair back support. It can help you maintain healthy posture and keep your spine in a neutral sitting position and your neck, back and shoulders upright. As a result, you may prevent and relieve stiffness, eliminate fatigue and significantly reduce back and neck pain. So, if your ergonomic office chair does not come with a proper lumbar backrest, then a back support for office chair may be a cost-effective solution to prevent back pain and relieve stress and strain on your lumbar back muscles. Experts agree that some of its benefits are:

✔ Additional support and comfort – It offers comfortable and customized support for the lower part of your back as you can adjust it to the area of your back which is weakest and most vulnerable. Not only will it reduce discomfort but it will also help you strengthen the back and the core and help alleviate pain;

✔ Pain relief and relaxation – Back support for office chair promotes good posture and the natural curve of your spine by filling the gap between the lumbar region and the backrest of a chair. In time your body should get used to the natural sitting position, relax the muscles and reduce backache and fatigue for those who spend hours sitting. If back pain becomes debilitating and the symptoms made worse, please seek professional medical advice;

✔ Convenient use – It is portable and fits any chair so you can give your back the support it needs anywhere and throughout the whole day.

Donnerberg lumbar back support for chair

Donnerberg lumbar back support for chair with its high-quality steel wire frame and tear-resistant mesh fabric is safe and can be used for many years without changing its form and shape. The adjustable straps with snap lock buckles, protected by the German Patent Office, will help you position the lumbar back support quite easily to suit your height. It is not designed to be used only on your office chairs. It can perfectly fit any type of (kitchen) chair or car seat allowing you to enjoy long rides pain free.

Who can benefit from a lumbar back support?

• People who spend hours sitting in a chair/car seat (office workers, students, writers, drivers);
• People who experience lower back muscle pain (either acute or chronic);
• Anyone who wants to correct body posture while sitting and prevent back pain in the future.

Where do you put lumbar back support on a chair?

Lumbar back support should not be placed neither too high nor too low on your chair since it will not  be effective. Its main goal is to support the lumbar spine to allow it to rest and relax. Therefore, it should be positioned in the middle of the lumbar region, just above your waistline. You will know that you placed the back support correctly if your neck, shoulders and hips are aligned  and the natural curvature of your spine is preserved.