Are you plagued by back pain? Are you struggling with poor posture? These ailments, among other joint-related conditions, can stem from the more than eight hours a day you spend hunched over your desk at work. However, choosing an electrically height-adjustable desk allows you to get on with your work without adverse health effects.
Back pain, spinal pain, headaches, and many other ailments – the so-called ‘sedentary way of working can take a heavy toll. And yet, for many of us today, it is a real nightmare. We spend the lion’s share of our lives at our desks – from primary school to our jobs. It is a piece of furniture we use in school, the children’s room, the study, the open-plan room, and many other places. Fortunately, height-adjustable desks are perfect for both office and home use.
Electric Desks are a hit that arrived in our country from Scandinavia. Its popularity is mainly linked to the growing awareness of the effects prolonged sitting and a lack of change of position have on our bodies. We are becoming increasingly aware that sitting, although comfortable, can be a real nuisance in the long run. How can we help ourselves? It is best to rely on modern solutions.
Electric desks are a piece of furniture equipped with the possibility of manual or electric adjustment. This is how it differs from a traditional desk. The adjustment may concern the height of the top (usually the case) and the inclination of the top, which may prove useful in many situations. In addition, a distinction should be made between models that can only be adjusted vertically by operating the mechanism yourself (using a special crank). In the case of an electrically adjustable desk, we have an electric panel at our disposal – one button, and the desk will automatically adjust to the height we choose. Of course, you will also notice the price difference.
Advantages and disadvantages of an adjustable desk
Adjustable desks appeared on our market quite a few years ago, but in the meantime, they have undergone quite a metamorphosis. Today, more and more models are characterized by their technological advancement. However, an electric desk can have both advantages and disadvantages.
Among the greatest advantages of an adjustable desk is the ability to adapt the desk to the individual needs of the user. Thanks to the functionality of this piece of furniture, children, teenagers, and adults alike can maintain an appropriate body position (a perfectly adjusted desk has a top at elbow-bent height). The advantage of an adjustable desk is sure to be appreciated by parents, as Electric Desks reduce the likelihood of bad posture habits.
In addition, this piece of furniture is stable, has sufficient legroom, and ensures safe working conditions. Nowadays, the choice is so large that we can also easily find Electric Desks with an attractive designs. In addition, Electric Desks include an under-counter USB socket, so you don’t have to look for a place to plug in the power strip.
For many users looking for an electrically adjustable desk, its disadvantage may be the price, which differs from that of a traditional desk. More often than not, the high comfort of use is precisely linked to the higher price. However, an electrically adjustable desk has been an investment for years. It will certainly last longer than a standard desk from a chain store.
What should you consider before buying an electric desk?
Start by assessing your needs and then look for a piece of furniture that meets your expectations.
Electric desks can vary in many ways. You will find models of desks on the market with more or fewer features. Before making a purchase, be guided by the following factors:
- the ergonomics of the piece of furniture (this not only avoids many health problems but also improves the user’s well-being and increases productivity. As a result, more and more employers are opting for an electrically adjustable desk)
- the materials used to make the desk
- the design of the desk (it is worth remembering that the visual attractiveness of a desk evokes positive feelings and encourages hard work)
- load capacity
- surface available for working
- gadgets and accessories offered by the manufacturer.
