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Any recommendations for an office chair? I can’t stand my standard chair anymore, it worsens my SI pain and stiffness.

A MySpondylitisTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pueblo West, CO
October 13
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Hi @A MySpondylitisTeam Member! When I was still sick, I used a special posture at work. My stomach was resting on the edge of the table top, and my body was tilted back. This is how I managed to sit for several hours without leaving my desk. I was moving to my left and then my right foot while standing! This relaxes the lumbar spine. ------------ Ahoj Trisha10! Když jsem ještě byl nemocný, tak jsem v zaměstnání používal zvláštní posed. Můj břich se opíral o hranu desky stolu, a moje tělo bylo zakloněno dozadu. Takto jsem vydržel sedět několik hodin bez odejití od pracovního stolu. Při stání jsem se přesunoval na levou a pak pravou nohu! To uvolňuje bederní páteř.

October 16
MySpondylitisTeam

SI joint pain and stiffness from sitting is such a common struggle with spondylitis — you're definitely not alone in this! Here are some chair and workstation tips that can help:

- Ergonomic chair or seat cushion — Look for chairs with good lumbar support to reduce strain on your lower back and SI joints
- Footstool or Show Full Answer

SI joint pain and stiffness from sitting is such a common struggle with spondylitis — you're definitely not alone in this! Here are some chair and workstation tips that can help:

- Ergonomic chair or seat cushion — Look for chairs with good lumbar support to reduce strain on your lower back and SI joints.
- Footstool or footrest — Raising your feet slightly while seated can help reduce pressure on the SI joint area.
- Standing desk or convertible laptop stand — Alternating between sitting and standing throughout the day can make a big difference.
- Treadmill desk — A slow-moving treadmill under your desk keeps you gently moving while you work. One MySpondylitisTeam member swears by a bike/desk combo, saying it encouraged better posture and made a noticeable difference within just one week.

No matter what setup you choose, the key is avoiding long periods of sitting. Taking frequent breaks to stand, walk, and do gentle stretches is really important for managing stiffness. An occupational therapist or physical therapist can also give personalized recommendations for your workstation setup.

October 13
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Hi, I’ve used this chair from Autonomous for the past 5 or so years and it helps my pain tremendously. https://www.autonomous.ai/office-chairs/ergonom...

Ergonomic Chair with 9 Degrees of Freedom | Autonomous ErgoChair Pro
Ergonomic Chair with 9 Degrees of Freedom | Autonomous ErgoChair Pro
https://www.autonomous.ai/office-chairs/ergonomic-chair
6 days ago
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I got this one and I really like it.

Tempur-Pedic TP4000 Ergonomic Fabric Swivel Task Chair

October 19

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