Chair for back pain?

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Does anybody know anything about the company/product this inventor has? It's called coreworks, and I have heard (but not directly) that it may be a good thing to help with chronic back pain? There are a couple of videos on youtube of him talking and it sounRAB interesting, but was curious if anybody had experience with through a PT or ortho? Thanks. Gs
 
Hi,

I'm sorry, I have no experience with that particular chair, though I know how it is trying to find a good chair. Chairs can make a big difference in your pain levels, that's for sure. Whatever chair it is, make sure it has all kinRAB of adjustments on it. It should have a lurabar support, not too soft a seat, and ajustable armrests. The other adjustments should be a tilt adjustment so that you can tilt the back rest of the chair forward or backward to whatever position is most comfortable at any given time. It should also have a chair height adjustment and maybe even a seat tilt adjustment. You should also be able to lock the chair in place with whatever adjustments you've made. This way you are not stuck with certain positions. Your pain probably varies, so you should be able to adjust your chair to your pain, to hopefully feel a bit more comfortable. Another good thing to have while sitting is a good, adjustable footstool. I have found this also can help a lot. I hope this helps you somewhat.
 
Thank you so much. That is very helpful information! This is actually for my business partner, who has been using an exercise ball but finRAB a lot of things he doesn't like about it, and doesn't seem to be having the same results lately that he did right at first. I did learn I spelled the name of the company wrong, it's CoreWerks, and their chair/stools/etc. have a motion and balancing system built in to them. We're going to look into it, and meantime I have shared your advice, thank you again.
 
Hi there,

I used to sell furniture - many years ago - & would like to add that if you cannot afford a custom or adjustable chair that you may want to consider chairs that look more like those found in the office furniture lines. They are generally upholstered on the seats and back, shallower than many geared for residential living room furniture. and not to cushy. It's important not to sink into a seat if you have hip or back problems - as it causes more stress to those back muscles, plus you're often more inclined to slouch.

Also a major key for lower back pain is often to work on strengthening the core muscles (aka the abs) as they are the main support for the back. And of course maintaining a healthy diet & body weight help as well.

You may want to suggest to your business partner that he have his problem evaluated & get some advice from his PT, doctor, or Chiropractor - as to the best possible approach for him to work on his back pain.
 
Thank you so much! I believe the idea for sitting on the ball came from the PT he has been working with, but they've been sort of stalled in how to keep him improving. Your information about chair considerations is very helpful, and I will pass those along. Thank you again. GS
 
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