A report published by Mercola.com found that one-half of all working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year. Behind upper-respiratory infections, it is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor’s office.

 

Your office chair could be the culprit for some of these back issues as well as cutting into your productivity.

 

While at your desk, you should be able to move comfortably to find what you need and file paperwork quickly. Having a chair on wheels with a sturdy mat beneath, helps you move more freely around your work area.

 

A common mistake I find when working in offices is employees don’t have a sturdy enough mat under their chair when it rests on carpet. Often times, the mat is cracked, which indicates the mat is not a good support. A sturdy chair mat does not roll or bend easily when picked up.

 

Mats come in all different shapes and sizes. Choose a mat that lets you roll comfortably while offering you the support you need.

 

The right chair mat and properly fitted rolling chair will lessen the risks of back injury and allow you to be more productive by bringing necessary items within reach easily.