{"id":78075,"date":"2019-05-01T07:09:00","date_gmt":"2019-05-01T07:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/?p=78075"},"modified":"2026-03-17T00:32:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T00:32:30","slug":"where-should-lumbar-support-be","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/where-should-lumbar-support-be\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Should Lumbar Support Be Placed On Your Office Chair?"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<p>Where should the lumbar support be on office chairs? Is lumbar support even that important? Yes, and yes, but there&#8217;s a lot more to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sitting for 8 hours per day in an office chair with subpar lumbar support (for example, the <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/ikea-markus-office-chair-review\/\">Ikea Markus office chair<\/a>) can trigger back issues you didn&#8217;t know you had. You can solve a the issue by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Buying<\/strong> a <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-ergonomic-office-chair\/\">top ergonomic office chair<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Ensuring<\/strong> its lumbar support fits the natural curve of your lower back.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Today I&#8217;ll explain how to find a chair with great lumbar support, why you need it, how to adjust it for optimal workplace ergonomics, and how to ensure it feels comfortable on your back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>(Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/secretlab-titan-evo-nanogen-chair-review\/\">Secretlab Titan Evo NanoGen Chair Full Review<\/a>).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where Should The Lumbar Support Be?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"715\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/office-chair-lumbar-support-adjustment.jpg\" alt=\"where is the lumbar support\" class=\"wp-image-78210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/office-chair-lumbar-support-adjustment.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/office-chair-lumbar-support-adjustment-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/office-chair-lumbar-support-adjustment-768x536.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Above: the lumbar region is shaded in red. It&#8217;s the part of your back that curves towards your belly button.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sit in a chair and feel behind you. Do you feel the gap? It should be around and slightly above your waist. Congrats\u2014you\u2019ve found the lumbar area of your spine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>This is exactly where your lumbar support should rest.\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, the top of the lumbar support should align with the curve of your spine, while the bottom should reach 5 to 7 cm below your waistline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Check the height and angle of your office chair\u2019s seat pan, so that your hips remain above your knees.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>A lumbar depth<\/strong> of between 1.5cm to 5cm works well for most people.<\/li><li><strong>People with a higher BMI<\/strong> (Body Mass Index) generally benefit from taller lumbar support that targets higher up the back.<\/li><li><strong>Women benefit <\/strong>from more pronounced lumbar support due to the increased curvature in their lower back.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Your Lumbar Support Position Matters.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most office chairs have lumbar support, but only premium ergonomic office chairs allow you to adjust their height and tension (firmness).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll encounter problems if your lumbar support is too low, or too high. It needs to be just right (obviously, Goldilocks was onto something):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>If your lumbar support is too low, <\/strong>your upper back can slouch forward, possibly leading to biomechanical issues. Low lumbar support arches your upper body, stretching and tensing in a way that can lead to back and neck pain.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>If your lumbar support is too high, <\/strong>you may experience excessive pressure in the upper area of your back while your lumbar area spills out in the wrong direction. This is uncomfortable and non-ergonomic, as it forces you to sit unnaturally.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Types Of Lumbar Support.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several types of lumbar support are available in office chairs, with variations in comfort levels, design, and materials. Here are the four main types of lumbar support, along with their pros and cons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u200b\u200b1. Fixed Lumbar Support.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fixed lumbar support is fixed into the backrest and cannot be repositioned or modified. This support is generally found in <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-budget-office-chair\/\">budget chairs<\/a> or traditional-style <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-leather-office-chairs\/\">leather office chairs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>Although far from ideal, it offers more benefits than a chair with no lumbar support at all. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a good compromise if you only sit for 3-4 hours per day and don&#8217;t want to spend upwards of $500 on an office chair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">The &#8220;one-size-fits-all&#8221; approach to lumbar support isn&#8217;t ideal for people with sensitive backs. If you experience lower back discomfort when sitting, you may need an <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-office-chair-for-lower-back-pain\/\">office chair that can help relieve it<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Cost<\/strong>-effective.<\/li><li><strong>Doesn&#8217;t<\/strong> require fiddling.<\/li><li><strong>No<\/strong> mechanical parts that can break.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Not<\/strong> ideal for people with sensitive backs.<\/li><li><strong>About<\/strong> 20% of users will find it uncomfortable.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Adjustable Lumbar Support.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjustable lumbar support can tailor the shape of your office chair&#8217;s backrest to your body shape. An office chair with a fully adjustable lumbar support should have the following features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Adjustable<\/strong> <strong>Height<\/strong>. Gives you the ability to target the right location on the vertical axis of your back.<\/li><li><strong>Adjustable<\/strong> <strong>Depth<\/strong>. Allows you to control how much the lumbar support juts outwards or inwards. Essential to ensure that the chair fits the curvature of your back.<\/li><li><strong>Adjustable<\/strong> <strong>Tension<\/strong>. Usually found in more expensive ergonomic chairs, it is a knob or a lever that adjusts the amount of resistance you feel back from the chair. The higher tension, the more pressure your back will need to exert before the mechanism &#8220;caves in&#8221;.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Offers<\/strong> the most targeted support.<\/li><li><strong>Offers<\/strong> the <span style=\"color: initial; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif;\">highest level of comfort.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Expensive<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Requires<\/strong> fiddling to get it right.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Dynamic Lumbar Support.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dynamic lumbar chair support is typically found on high-end ergonomic office chairs (e.g., the Humanscale Freedom and <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/herman-miller-cosm-chair-review\/\">Herman Miller Cosm<\/a>), meeting room chairs and chairs designed for hot-desking environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>If you&#8217;ve ever walked into a meeting room and had to wait for everyone to adjust their chair, you&#8217;ll appreciate this type of lumbar support.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It automatically adjusts depth and firmness in response to the pressure the user&#8217;s back exerts on the chair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Prevents<\/strong> &#8220;chair adjustment&#8221; time suck before every meeting.<\/li><li><strong>Feels<\/strong> like the chair reads your mind and adjusts accordingly.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>The<\/strong> most expensive option.<\/li><li><strong>Doesn&#8217;t<\/strong> always feel 100%.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. External Lumbar Support.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>External lumbar support is an attachment you can add to a chair without built-in lumbar support. The most common external lumbar support is a pillow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Some people use a rolled towel, <\/strong>but this method is far from ideal. <\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Portable<\/strong> and easy to swap from chair to chair.<\/li><li><strong>Low<\/strong> cost.<\/li><li><strong>Can<\/strong> be replaced if it degrades over time.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Compromises<\/strong> aesthetics.<\/li><li><b>It may<\/b> not work with all office chairs.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Is Lumbar Support Important?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lumbar support improves your posture by helping you sit upright, ergonomically soundly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0169814110000053\">Research shows<\/a> that posture impacts productivity. You will likely have difficulty staying focused and productive at work if you&#8217;re uncomfortable or fatigued.\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you tend to walk with hunched shoulders, an office chair with lumbar support can train you to stay more upright &#8211; even when you&#8217;re not in the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Do I Find Chairs With Lumbar Support So Uncomfortable?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the three most common causes, and tips for ensuring that your chair feels snug, secure and pleasant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Improperly Adjusted Tension. <\/strong>The most common reason for discomfort is excessive pressure caused by a poorly adjusted tension lock. Remedy by twisting the tension lock to the minimum and incrementally notch it up in 20-minute intervals until it feels like &#8220;too much&#8221; &#8211; then back off by one notch.<\/li><li><strong>Improperly Adjusted Width<\/strong>. Some high-end office chairs, like the Aeron Remastered, feature lumbar support with adjustable wingtips that can add or decrease the pressure you feel at the sides of your back. Tweak these settings to see if you can find relief.<\/li><li><strong>You\u2019re Not Moving Enough<\/strong>. Even with the best lumbar support, if you\u2019re sitting for hours without moving, your back will likely become a little sore. Ensure you\u2019re getting up and moving about throughout the day <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/benefits-of-standing-desks\/\">(buying a standing desk <\/a>helps).\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Should You Look For In A Good Office Chair?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve discussed the importance of good lumbar support in your office chair, but without other ergonomic features, it won\u2019t matter how good your chair\u2019s lumbar support is. Here are some of the key features of a supportive office chair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Adjustable lumbar support<\/strong><\/td><td>Most non-adjustable ergonomic chairs are built with an \u201caverage\u201d person in mind, which will not be the ideal chair for everyone.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Backrest with adjustable tilt and tension lock<\/strong><\/td><td>Studies show the best two angles for sitting in a chair for long periods are 90 degrees (upright) and 135 degrees reclined. An adjustable backrest allows you to select the right one, and lock it in that position.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Neck rest<\/strong><\/td><td>Neck support gives your neck a place to rest while anchoring the rest of your posture and stopping you from slouching and craning your neck.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Adjustable arm height<\/strong><\/td><td>If your arms are too high, you will raise your shoulders to compensate. Adjustable armrests support your arms in the right spot, allowing your forearms to stay horizontal and your shoulders relaxed.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Words About Where The Lumbar Support Should Be.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know where the lumbar support should be on your office chair, there\u2019s no excuse not to buy an ergonomic chair that offers perfect lumbar support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While good lumbar support on your office chair won\u2019t cure all of your office problems, it can make a huge difference to your overall comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Steven<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Where should the lumbar support be on office chairs? 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