Ergonomic Saddle Seat Chair & Stools News - Salli Australia

Good vs bad posture
In an age where we spend the better part of our days sitting, how we sit can significantly impact our health and wellbeing. The science of ergonomics has long been championed as a way to harmonise our lifestyle with our anatomical and physiological needs. This post dives into the modern ergonomic marvel - the saddle chair - and how it's revolutionising posture and comfort, one sit at a time.
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Why saddle chairs don't need a backrest
In a saddle seat your spine stays aligned naturally without a backrest. This occurs for two reasons: First, the open thigh-to-torso angle naturally aligns the spine, and second, the wide spread of the knees (called hip abduction) automatically holds your pelvis upright.
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How to sit safely and without problems

If you sit in a troublesome posture for the usual dozen hours a day and use digital devices, a few minutes of exercise cannot cure or prevent back pains and headaches.

The main cause of problems is that the usual poor posture stretches the ligaments between the vertebrae of the spine over time, and the vertebrae start to degenerate due to the continuous roundness of the back and neck. It is caused by the thighs that are in the front of the body. This tilts the pelvis backwards and the posture becomes round. Muscle tensions follow. On a traditional chair the situation is hopeless.

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How to prevent joint problems

The important principle “use it or lose it” also applies to joint health.

Joints need regular and moderate exercise because only that effectively “lubricates” the joints, activates cell renewal, and strengthens muscles around the joints. We also need exercise and stretching that maintains the wide movement range of the joints.

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