
Lumbar Support
Curves naturally to your spine and will improve overall posture. They make many chairs with fixed support cushions that do not align with petite sitters.
This standard feature is available in two types. Some chairs have built-in lumbar supports to the cushion and are height adjustable. The other more common way is detachable foam “pillows” that are also height adjustable.
The lumbar support should curve to the lower section of your back. Memory foam is the best type of material because it should mold around you, supporting your unique posture.
Quality varies on a per chair basis, but the most important feature is that the lumbar support is adjustable.
Armrests
The type of armrests is very preferential and some go without them all together. When looking at the quality of armrests check the padding and make sure it’s something that won’t jack up your elbow.
I prefer the gaming type of armrest that is 4D because they are more adjustable with 12 directions of change. Here is an explanation if you’re wondering what exactly is the difference between a 3D and 4D armrests.

Backrest Adjustment
The adjustments that fall under this category are features such as adjustable back support, forward tilt-lock, and headrest.
Headrest can often be a hit or miss. We recommended that your next chair has a detachable head-rest option.
Seat Height Adjustment
Most chairs are one size fits all, but some ergonomic chairs are designed in different variants. Since they design the average office chair for sitters in the 5th–95th percentile.
Most ergonomic chairs have a designated height change from 380mm (14.9 inches) to 530mm (20.8 inches) from the floor.
This range in height accommodates most people if you fall on either side. There are office chairs catered towards both petite sitters and people that are large and tall.
The top names in ergonomic chairs like Steelcase & Herman Miller offer their products at different sizes to better accommodate every sized customer. This is one reason they are more expensive than standard office chairs.
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