What a lovely guy who has left us with such informative videos - he has really helped me. My love and thoughts to Steve's family at this tough time. RIP buddy from Sydney, Aust - a very sad Dave
@@bridgetmeagher2840 Hi Bridget - just saw your note a year later. My wife and I are still enjoying your dad's great videos and his gentle style. Hope you and family are doing OK. Regards - Dave
really great to be informed about what to look out for in an office chair and to know about all potential features they can have. thank you! also the fact that you are not mentioning any brands in the video makes it more genuine, well done :)
hi Steve. Thanks for your video. Could you let me know the name of the manufacturer who made that fully adjustable chair. By the way, what is your idea about using lumbar back supports that are mountable on any chair and are also cheap?
I'm looking at the chairs listed in the bar above the description and holy crap! Unless the chair is made from unicorn leather, I cannot think of any possible reasons it should cost nearly $2,000.
@@francisgudatama6274 yeah but they last less and the ergonomics aren't as good. Gaming is just a good way to sell crap for more. Like Beats headphones, Apple products and so on.
What name and model is the fully adjustable chair in this video? I'm still thinking about buying a Herman Miller Aeron chair, but they are just SO expensive, so I'm trying find a less expensive alternative.
my question too, I'm going to be waiting for an answer too. We could be waiting for a little ling while. If i find the full adjusted one online I will paste a link here in the comment
i hear a lot a great stuff about the Sidiz T50 after an owner of the Embody stated to me that I should not buy the embody as he was selling his due to it being a chair for sitting in for short periods and its great looking. he mentioned the T50 was first introduced tonim a work trip where he spent a week and most of the time was in the T50. He stated this is what was going to very soon as he spends a great deal of time in front of a monitor
i sat in an herman miller aeron. they must be great for a lot of people but not for me. i highly suggest testing out a chair for yourself in a showroom before spending lots of money.
What would you recommend for me, a 6'3" 235 lbs guy? I've got long legs to most seat pans have a hard time reaching to get close to my knees. I've tried the Herman Miller Embody chair and LOVE the back support and the way the back of the chair goes all the way down to the seat pan. The seat pan is also the widest and deepest I could find. The only complaint I have on the Embody is since I sit for 10+ hrs a day the seat pan fatigues my butt because there is no cushion. Also, there is no head rest. I would love to hear your recommendations. Money is no object.
Can you recommend me a chair on a $500 budget? I am 5'10 and 150lbs. I would be sitting in the chair for quite a long period of time each day. It would also be for home if that makes a difference. Thanks in advance Steve!
I work many hours on the computer, and i do a lot of drawing on my wacom tablet been having back pains and shoulder pains because of this. I need to bend forward a lot when drawing on the desk so i think i need a forward tilt mechanism in the chair and so far i found the Alera Elusion Multifunction chair. Has anyone tested that chair and would they recommend it? I think i also need a curved desk to keep the elbow on the desk when drawing.
@@teapham9109 I bought a Hag Pulse due to its saddle seat and different ways of sitting in it, i does have less padding than Hag Capisco so i put some foam over the seat. They also have a line with forward tilt chairs, maybe someday i'll get one, u could also alternate between chairs to the spine doesnt get used to sitting in the same position on the same chair.
What type of chairs that you recommend for a student because I like to lean back and I like to move with it easily and I need back support and height adjustment And I need one for my mother not I want a tougher wheels for it like the children's skooter wheels
Well, thank you for the informative videos on ergonomic chairs Steve. But, the Office Master PT78 doesn't match the fully adjustable chair in video and I'm quite interested in buying one. Any further information which can help me locate that exact chair would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Wayne
Cool cover picture! Is that an Intruder? It is a PT78 I got it from the office Master rep.THe arm rests are not shown but mine are KR20 www.amazon.com/Office-Master-Collection-Ergonomic-Chair/dp/B01LNC8T4W
If you would like our team to help you select the right Task Chair for your Home office please contact us. Do not purchase a chair that is not based on Contract Furniture standards with a Dealer as those inexpensive chairs do not have ergonomics in their design; will break down with use in 6 months or more; and do not have environmental standards to abide by. Call us to help with your home office. We can conduct a Seat Fitting & then recommend as a 3rd party, the right #TaskChair for you. J.Sleeth@optimalPerformance.ca or 416 860-0002
Mr. Steve, I have a long history with back problems so sitting up straight is often a burden. What chair would you say offers the most support for your back? I also have long study session/gaming sessions so I tend to sit down for 3 or 4 hours at any given day. Thank you.
Some recent researches are showing straight position is actually wrong, and I see some spine-related institutes confirming/accepting that idea. I've been recently exposed to that info and I'm not a specialist in that matter, so I'm not sure, despite I've always agreed straight position is not comfortable at all. news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/6187080.stm
I am looking for a chair with no budget in mind. The chair must have the very best lumber support possible, everything else is a bonus. Any suggestions ?
What chairs would you recommend for someone who's 6'3 and weighs around 120kgs? I'd also prefer something with armrests that can be moved out of the way completely as I record a good bit of guitar music in my office studio. I tend to work seated a lot too. thanks for the help!
Check ut the Neutral posture Big and Tall chair or the Office Master PTYM both are designed for larger users. You could also check out a Humanscale freedom chair because the arms lower to the seat pan.
Steve, what do you think about the Okamura/Teknion Contessa? I've been hearing lots of positive things about it on reddit but there's not to many reviews on it on youtube. The few that I've found were videos in Japanese with translation not available. Any insight would be appreciated!
At first glance it looks like a designer chair. A chair that looks really nice but doesn't have a lot of functionality. It looks similar to an Allsteel or Think Chair. I will look for one to make a video with. Thanks for the comment - Steve
Great video! But do you have any suggestions for avoiding anterior pelvic tilt from chronic sitting? Also, what is the fully adjustable chair to the right called? I need a chair like that one.
Typically an anterior pelvic tilt is not the problem as most chairs promote a posterior tilt. If you are sitting too far forward try lowering the seat pan.
What sources? Hip flexior shortening can be caused by sitting because the muscles are held in a shortened position. They run from the spine ti the top of the leg. Typically tight hip flexors will not affect pelvic position when sitting but will when standing.
"Typically tight hip flexors will not affect pelvic position when sitting but will when standing." Yea, that's what I am talking about. I suppose the only way to avoid that is not to sit too long- maybe using a standing desk is a solution?
Pls tell me what chair should I buy for gaming, you don't mention the chair names, and i can't go looking for chairs on the internet doing research on what things they have and not, dont have that much time, I love your channel but hate how you don't recommend and name any chairs, like pls reply with names of all three chairs, I really wanna know the name of fully customizable one.
Sorry about that! I'n not too good at marketing. The chairs are the Office Master OM 5 the office Master PT78 and i forgot the last one. If you can give me more information about what you are looking for I can give you better advice.
I want a chair for gaming and i've watched most of your videos. I would like something that you mentioned in other video, that one would want a chair that you can move up and down in height, and you can also move the back support to the front and lock it. If you can give me some chair recommendations that have those features with name under $300. Maybe do a video on it, top 5 chairs for gaming etc, would be awesome, and I gurantee you would get lots of views. Cuz there are no other tech youtubers who go into depth of explanation like you do.
Thanks! ICheck out an Office Master Pt78 All the parts move and you can get it on Amazon www.amazon.com/Office-Master-Collection-Ergonomic-Chair/dp/B01LZYMS9F/ref=pd_sbs_196_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=XXJ56XHSFJXZF5CCQ37E
Neither! The problem is that the back rest is fixed, so unless you are leaning back the back rest wont support your back. Check out a Friant, Office Master or Neutral posture. They are all much more adjustable. But if I had to chose i'd take the Aeron as the pad is reversible so you have some control. Although the newer ones have a different system. Please contact me at sitesolutions@hotmail.com and I can give you more recommendations.
Thanks for the comment. Yes it is an Aeron chair. It is good chair or some people but it is not very adjustable and the mesh is soft. If you are going to be sitting for long periods you might look at something with more functions.
I need a chair that I can work in for 15 hours. Has neck, back and Lumbar support. That won't make my ass feel like it's falling asleep after a couple hours. Not to mention my back which I would need to hire a private chiropractor just to get me through the day. Personally there is not an office chair that I've ever used that has met my needs. I might actually take a gamble and try a gaming chair. :/
I's have you try either a PT78 or a PT69 by office master. Here is link to my page. Just click on the PT78 and it will take you to Amazon. If you think it is too large you cna check out the PT69 once you are on amazon. Steve websitebuilder.godaddy.com/builder/edit/desktop/6b83cd77-c038-4393-bc09-b6d5492b4dc5
The first "designer" chair seems pretty useless. Too clumsy and presumably too expensive as well to use as either a customer chair or a conference chair. In addition to being too low quality to use as a primary office chair. I am at a loss to see any use for it.
I've been scouring for good, clean information about exactly this. Well made video, very informative.
Thanks for the comment! Appreciate it.
What a lovely guy who has left us with such informative videos - he has really helped me. My love and thoughts to Steve's family at this tough time. RIP buddy from Sydney, Aust - a very sad Dave
deldridg thanks Dave. -Steve’s daughter
Wait he passed?
@@bridgetmeagher2840 Hi Bridget - just saw your note a year later. My wife and I are still enjoying your dad's great videos and his gentle style. Hope you and family are doing OK. Regards - Dave
I've read so many articles but was still in confusion about ergo chairs
thank you for making this short yet very informative and very clear video ^v^
really great to be informed about what to look out for in an office chair and to know about all potential features they can have. thank you! also the fact that you are not mentioning any brands in the video makes it more genuine, well done :)
Such a great an honest source of information! Thank you for the video and articles on the webpage!
hi Steve. Thanks for your video. Could you let me know the name of the manufacturer who made that fully adjustable chair. By the way, what is your idea about using lumbar back supports that are mountable on any chair and are also cheap?
Thanx Steve, it is nice to hear an expert explain something
I'm looking at the chairs listed in the bar above the description and holy crap! Unless the chair is made from unicorn leather, I cannot think of any possible reasons it should cost nearly $2,000.
The Hydrating Nuke it costs 2k!? Good gaming chairs cost 399!
@@francisgudatama6274 yeah but they last less and the ergonomics aren't as good. Gaming is just a good way to sell crap for more. Like Beats headphones, Apple products and so on.
quality video ! at last someone who wants to help not sell or promote brands ! QUALITY !!!!! SO RARE TODAY
What name and model is the fully adjustable chair in this video?
I'm still thinking about buying a Herman Miller Aeron chair, but they are just SO expensive, so I'm trying find a less expensive alternative.
my question too, I'm going to be waiting for an answer too. We could be waiting for a little ling while. If i find the full adjusted one online I will paste a link here in the comment
www.siteergonomics.com/ his website link
i hear a lot a great stuff about the Sidiz T50 after an owner of the Embody stated to me that I should not buy the embody as he was selling his due to it being a chair for sitting in for short periods and its great looking. he mentioned the T50 was first introduced tonim a work trip where he spent a week and most of the time was in the T50. He stated this is what was going to very soon as he spends a great deal of time in front of a monitor
i sat in an herman miller aeron. they must be great for a lot of people but not for me. i highly suggest testing out a chair for yourself in a showroom before spending lots of money.
Love this. Thanks for a very informative video. The gaming chair my brother has is terrible.
What would you recommend for me, a 6'3" 235 lbs guy? I've got long legs to most seat pans have a hard time reaching to get close to my knees. I've tried the Herman Miller Embody chair and LOVE the back support and the way the back of the chair goes all the way down to the seat pan. The seat pan is also the widest and deepest I could find. The only complaint I have on the Embody is since I sit for 10+ hrs a day the seat pan fatigues my butt because there is no cushion. Also, there is no head rest. I would love to hear your recommendations. Money is no object.
Can you recommend me a chair on a $500 budget? I am 5'10 and 150lbs. I would be sitting in the chair for quite a long period of time each day. It would also be for home if that makes a difference. Thanks in advance Steve!
What chair do you recommend for someone who is 182 for 76 kg who has back problem ?
Consult to Chiropractic doctor
@@ianpaul0520 lmao
Informative video. Well done
I work many hours on the computer, and i do a lot of drawing on my wacom tablet been having back pains and shoulder pains because of this. I need to bend forward a lot when drawing on the desk so i think i need a forward tilt mechanism in the chair and so far i found the Alera Elusion Multifunction chair. Has anyone tested that chair and would they recommend it? I think i also need a curved desk to keep the elbow on the desk when drawing.
Icemanmodeler what chair did you end up getting?
@@teapham9109 U can take a look at Hag chairs and chairs with forward tilt but those chair are pretty rare and hard to find.
@@TheIcemanModdeler yeah they aren't available in Australia unfortunately!
@@teapham9109 Yep,.
@@teapham9109 I bought a Hag Pulse due to its saddle seat and different ways of sitting in it, i does have less padding than Hag Capisco so i put some foam over the seat. They also have a line with forward tilt chairs, maybe someday i'll get one, u could also alternate between chairs to the spine doesnt get used to sitting in the same position on the same chair.
What's the name of the las fully ajustable chaire? Thanks!
What type of chairs that you recommend for a student because I like to lean back and I like to move with it easily and I need back support and height adjustment And I need one for my mother not I want a tougher wheels for it like the children's skooter wheels
Such a good video, tysm
Well, thank you for the informative videos on ergonomic chairs Steve. But, the Office Master PT78 doesn't match the fully adjustable chair in video and I'm quite interested in buying one. Any further information which can help me locate that exact chair would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Wayne
Cool cover picture! Is that an Intruder?
It is a PT78 I got it from the office Master rep.THe arm rests are not shown but mine are KR20 www.amazon.com/Office-Master-Collection-Ergonomic-Chair/dp/B01LNC8T4W
If you would like our team to help you select the right Task Chair for your Home office please contact us. Do not purchase a chair that is not based on Contract Furniture standards with a Dealer as those inexpensive chairs do not have ergonomics in their design; will break down with use in 6 months or more; and do not have environmental standards to abide by.
Call us to help with your home office. We can conduct a Seat Fitting & then recommend as a 3rd party, the right #TaskChair for you.
J.Sleeth@optimalPerformance.ca or 416 860-0002
Great video. Thank you.
Mr. Steve, I have a long history with back problems so sitting up straight is often a burden. What chair would you say offers the most support for your back? I also have long study session/gaming sessions so I tend to sit down for 3 or 4 hours at any given day. Thank you.
Here is my review of how to choose a chair. Let me know if you need help choosing one.
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Some recent researches are showing straight position is actually wrong, and I see some spine-related institutes confirming/accepting that idea. I've been recently exposed to that info and I'm not a specialist in that matter, so I'm not sure, despite I've always agreed straight position is not comfortable at all.
news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/6187080.stm
Chcek out this video on working with an open trunk thigh angle th-cam.com/video/LXYLVbt7j7o/w-d-xo.html
I miss you buddy! RIP
PM Beaham what happened?
good video thanks for posting
If I had to guess I would say that was a Steelcase, Office Master, or maybe a Hon. Not cheap
They are all Office Master Chairs but the OM5 does look a lot like the Steelcase Leap
I am looking for a chair with no budget in mind.
The chair must have the very best lumber support possible, everything else is a bonus. Any suggestions ?
not sure if you have made a choice yet but the Leap v2 by steelcase is the WAY TO GO
What chairs would you recommend for someone who's 6'3 and weighs around 120kgs? I'd also prefer something with armrests that can be moved out of the way completely as I record a good bit of guitar music in my office studio. I tend to work seated a lot too.
thanks for the help!
Either the Office Master PTYM or the Neutral posture Big and Tall chair
Thanks very much, I'll look into them
Check ut the Neutral posture Big and Tall chair or the Office Master PTYM both are designed for larger users. You could also check out a Humanscale freedom chair because the arms lower to the seat pan.
An Office Master PTYM is what I recommend for big guys.
www.ergodirect.com/14769-office-master-ptym-tall-back-multi-functional-chair.html
Hello. I am 5'3 maybe 5'4 and 145 pounds What chair would you put me in?
Steve, what do you think about the Okamura/Teknion Contessa? I've been hearing lots of positive things about it on reddit but there's not to many reviews on it on youtube. The few that I've found were videos in Japanese with translation not available. Any insight would be appreciated!
At first glance it looks like a designer chair. A chair that looks really nice but doesn't have a lot of functionality. It looks similar to an Allsteel or Think Chair. I will look for one to make a video with. Thanks for the comment - Steve
Great video! But do you have any suggestions for avoiding anterior pelvic tilt from chronic sitting? Also, what is the fully adjustable chair to the right called? I need a chair like that one.
Typically an anterior pelvic tilt is not the problem as most chairs promote a posterior tilt. If you are sitting too far forward try lowering the seat pan.
Hmm. I asked because according to some sources, anterior pelvic tilt is caused by the shortening of the hip flexor muscles
What sources? Hip flexior shortening can be caused by sitting because the muscles are held in a shortened position. They run from the spine ti the top of the leg. Typically tight hip flexors will not affect pelvic position when sitting but will when standing.
"Typically tight hip flexors will not affect pelvic position when sitting but will when standing."
Yea, that's what I am talking about. I suppose the only way to avoid that is not to sit too long- maybe using a standing desk is a solution?
One more thing. Could you do a video on ball chairs- are they actually ergonomic or just a fad? Thanks.
Pls tell me what chair should I buy for gaming, you don't mention the chair names, and i can't go looking for chairs on the internet doing research on what things they have and not, dont have that much time, I love your channel but hate how you don't recommend and name any chairs, like pls reply with names of all three chairs, I really wanna know the name of fully customizable one.
Sorry about that! I'n not too good at marketing.
The chairs are the Office Master OM 5 the office Master PT78 and i forgot the last one. If you can give me more information about what you are looking for I can give you better advice.
I want a chair for gaming and i've watched most of your videos. I would like something that you mentioned in other video, that one would want a chair that you can move up and down in height, and you can also move the back support to the front and lock it. If you can give me some chair recommendations that have those features with name under $300. Maybe do a video on it, top 5 chairs for gaming etc, would be awesome, and I gurantee you would get lots of views. Cuz there are no other tech youtubers who go into depth of explanation like you do.
Thanks!
ICheck out an Office Master Pt78 All the parts move and you can get it on Amazon www.amazon.com/Office-Master-Collection-Ergonomic-Chair/dp/B01LZYMS9F/ref=pd_sbs_196_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=XXJ56XHSFJXZF5CCQ37E
Thanks! This is awesome.
Hi Steve, I'm torn between the Herman miller Aeron & the Herman miller Embody I was wondering if you knew which is better for lower back support?
Neither! The problem is that the back rest is fixed, so unless you are leaning back the back rest wont support your back. Check out a Friant, Office Master or Neutral posture. They are all much more adjustable. But if I had to chose i'd take the Aeron as the pad is reversible so you have some control. Although the newer ones have a different system. Please contact me at sitesolutions@hotmail.com and I can give you more recommendations.
Very helpful.
Thanks for watching. Please share with your friends!
What brand are those chairs?
Office Master
Hello, is the Herman miller chair decent? My friend is selling his used one for $200. Great vid btw
Edit: I think it's called Arone
Thanks for the comment. Yes it is an Aeron chair. It is good chair or some people but it is not very adjustable and the mesh is soft. If you are going to be sitting for long periods you might look at something with more functions.
Is there any chair you would recommend to a gamer who plays for long periods of time?
Steelcase leap 2
v2
So how much are these chairs?
I need a chair that I can work in for 15 hours. Has neck, back and Lumbar support. That won't make my ass feel like it's falling asleep after a couple hours.
Not to mention my back which I would need to hire a private chiropractor just to get me through the day.
Personally there is not an office chair that I've ever used that has met my needs. I might actually take a gamble and try a gaming chair. :/
what about the ones that looks like a car race chair
Not always the most supportive
Do we need head and neck support ?
Typically no. Your head is designed to be mobile. Unless you are leaning way back you probably don't need head suppoert.
@@TheErgonomicsGuyDoes that change if you have some type of a head/neck injuries?
Hey Steve!
Whats the name of the last chair?
It's an Office Master chair. Either the Affirm or Truly. I can't remember which and they keep changing names on me.
What chair do you recommend for a person who is 5'6" and 115 pounds?
I's have you try either a PT78 or a PT69 by office master. Here is link to my page. Just click on the PT78 and it will take you to Amazon. If you think it is too large you cna check out the PT69 once you are on amazon.
Steve
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Under $50
Nope. Sorry
Surely an Ergonomics expert can name me a chair under 50$..
@@ayylmao4302 There isn't a true ergonomic chair under 50 dollars unless you can find one at a thrift store.
The first "designer" chair seems pretty useless. Too clumsy and presumably too expensive as well to use as either a customer chair or a conference chair. In addition to being too low quality to use as a primary office chair. I am at a loss to see any use for it.
I searched ergonomic chair, I found out they cost around 1000€. No thanks.
You’re saying that your back isn’t worth 1000€ ?
@@MrStephanddave I think it’s worth in pain units
Bill Clinton??????????????
What name and model is the fully adjustable chair in this video? Thanx
It's an Office Master PT78
Well thank you for the information Steve, but the Office Master PT78 doesn't match the full adjustable chair in video.