A long day — or even a few hours — of typing on the computer at your home office can really do a number on your lower back, leaving it tense and aching — unless you own one of the best office chairs for easing back pain. One study found that using a seat with lumbar support can reduce the pressure of sitting, which can lead to less lower back pain. Tylenol and heat packs may offer instant relief, but nipping the source of pain in the bud will ensure you feel better for good.
Best Office Chairs for Lumbar Support
Now more than ever, it’s time to invest in your home office and find your perfect support chair to sit in. These comfy, cushioned seats will ensure perfect posture and keep your lower back pain at bay.
Keep scrolling to shop FIRST‘s picks for the best lumbar support office chairs and lumbar support cushions that will have you ready to sit down and succeed each morning.
From the company known for its luxurious memory foam mattresses and plush heated blankets comes an office chair that will deliver on its promise of comfort, too. The Serta Air Health and Wellness executive chair's ergonomic pillows and cushions ensure your body is properly supported as you sit thanks to its innovative AIR Lumbar technology. This cushion not only supports your spine, but it also twists and pivots with your back for support even when you're moving — making it well worth its price tag.
The built-in lumbar support of this chair is complemented with mesh material to make it breathable and flexible. Curved to the contour of your lumbar, the back of Flash Furniture's swivel task chair will ensure you won't strain or fatigue your muscles. The padded waterfall seat is also upholstered in black mesh, and its downward tilt promotes healthy blood flow.
Folks who work at their desks all day know the difficulty of sitting for long hours, and this chair was designed with those people in mind. Thanks to a few handy functional elements and its soft, padded leather material, those long hours won't feel quite so exhausting. Its seat is fashioned after a race car seat, which provides for proper spine and neck alignment and plenty of support for your lumbar region. The two cutouts allow air circulation, and the padded armrests make any project easy to sit through. It's also a great choice for gamers — this chair is Amazon's No. 1 best-seller in the category.
This chair's removable head pillow and squishy lumbar cushion will make you so comfortable, you won't want to get up. Its backrest hugs your backside and conforms to your shape to provide plenty of support. Best of all, however, is the tilt-locking mechanism that allows it to recline 90 to 180 degrees.
One Amazon reviewer backed its efficiency for those with lower back pain, writing, "Great chair! ... This was a gift for my husband [because] he has lower back problems, and this chair works perfect for him. He really enjoys the reclining feature while playing video games. The price was great considering the quality and weight capacity! I would highly recommend you buy this chair!"
With a butterfly seat and cushions that are curved to fit the contours of your back, your workdays will be easy and pain-free thanks to this AmazonBasics design. The high back and smooth leather material allow you to relax into your seat while keeping your back aligned so you can focus on your projects — not discomfort. If you're a fan of brown, the chair also comes in a chocolate-colored leather with muted gold accents.
Transferring the cozy, comfortable qualities of your bed directly to your office seat is possible with this memory foam lumbar support cushion. Its adjustable strap means you can use it on both large and small office chairs. Because it's so versatile, you can even transfer this lumbar support pillow directly from your office to your car's seat to keep that postural support going once you leave the office.
Though it may look differently from other lumbar supports, this roll provides just as much comfort, as it works to perfect your alignment. Its shape guides your back into its natural curve and allows for relief from any tension or tightness. It comes in both "firm" and "standard" options, which determines the pliability of the cushion. Whether you prefer a strong support or something with a little more give, this lumbar roll will help to prevent future pain and adjust any posture inconsistencies.
While this Everlasting Comfort cushion specifically targets your lumbar, its adjustable straps allow you to move it anywhere on your chair, depending on where your back pain resides. Upper, middle, and lower back posture can be improved with this memory foam addition. Its cover is mesh and hypoallergenic, keeping your back cool and any sniffles or sneezes at bay.
One verified Amazon customer writes, "I'm a therapist and have tried several lumbar supports over the last few years. This one exceeds on multiple levels. First, the memory foam is high quality. It's soft and nicely conforms to the natural curves in one's spine. It comfortably supports the back without being too thick. The double straps help hold it securely in place. And I love the fact that the cover can be removed and easily cleaned. I'm currently using it in my car as I often make long commutes, and this has made all the difference from feeling achy after a drive to feeling good! If you're looking for reasonably priced, effective and comfortable lumbar support, this is it."
Not only do these SOFTaCARE cushions provide lumbar support, the bottom pillow gives your coccyx, or tailbone, a cozy reinforcement too. Those who have tailbone issues, lower back pain, or a mix of the two, will find comfort in this memory foam duo. It decreases the pressure placed on your lumbar and coccyx when you sit, and, thanks to its non-slip rubber bottom, your good posture will stay intact.
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