We spend an average of eight hours a day at the office, 180 days a year. That's a lot of hours... And these hours can cause a lot of complaints. Think of back, shoulder, and wrist complaints. This is mainly because people use the wrong furniture and accessories in the office. How can you prevent these complaints? By making your workplace an ergonomic workplace. This ensures a healthy and active posture. To make it easy, we have listed five essentials for an ergonomic workplace!

1. Sit/stand desks

One of the most important pieces of furniture for a good sit-stand workstation is a height-adjustable desk. These come in all shapes and sizes, so the choice can be overwhelming. When purchasing, pay attention to the height of the desk, whether it is electrically adjustable, whether it has a standby button, and whether the desk is stable at various heights. If you are unsure which one is right for you, Wout Monseurs is always available to advise you. 

2. Ergonomic office chairs

Sitting is often referred to as the new smoking, and for good reason. An ergonomic workplace is therefore not complete without an ergonomic office chair. These specially adjustable office chairs ensure a natural posture, provide plenty of freedom of movement, and improve blood flow and oxygen supply. Together with the comfort of these chairs, working in the office takes on a whole new meaning!

3. Ergonomic monitor arms 

An important part of an ergonomic workplace is that the monitor is positioned at the correct height. The top five centimeters of the monitor should be at eye level. An adjustable monitor arm allows for multiple positions, making it easy for everyone to set the monitor at the ideal height.

Do you work with a laptop rather than a monitor? Wout Monseurs also offers laptop stands that make your workplace more ergonomic. 

4. Mice

Using a good mouse is also essential. Ergonomic mice are shaped to fit the natural shape of your hand and ensure relaxation in the fingers. Vertical mice are a good example. These come in all shapes and sizes and do not look like a "normal" mouse. It takes some getting used to at first, but in the long run, this is much better than using a flat mouse. 

5. Keyboards

The keyboard is an accessory that should not be overlooked. Prolonged typing in an unnatural position causes unpleasant symptoms. An ergonomic keyboard reduces pressure on the muscles and allows your hands to adopt a natural position.  In some cases, ergonomic keyboards consist of two halves, but they can also have a wave-like shape. This reduces pain in the wrists while typing and completes your ergonomic workspace. 

Ergonomic working and productivity

Ergonomic working not only has benefits for the health and comfort of employees. It also ensures greater productivity and a better atmosphere! Not sure where to start when it comes to setting up an ergonomic workplace? Let us inspire you and get in touch with us!