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Rebekka Groß (X) 
Local time: 07:06
English to German
| swiss ball chair | Aug 19, 2009 |
There are complete chairs with a removable ball that can be used separately to exercise. One brand is the Gaiam Balance Ball Chair. You could try and google "Swiss ball chair".
| | | | Henry Hinds
United States
Local time: 00:06
English to Spanish
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In memoriam
Standing up was not an option. Like many, I use a regular swivel desk chair, but it would be nice to stand up now and then. I sometimes alternate between sitting and standing when interpreting. With translating I have to be constantly sitting down, so for relief I often get up, but I cannot keep working like that.
Maybe it I had a desk where I could push a button and elevate it a couple of feet... does anyone know where we could get one of those?
| | | | Amy Duncan (X)
Brazil
Local time: 03:06
Portuguese to English
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I've been working on a bed for quite some time now. It started when I went to the USA for a year at the end of 2007 and lived in a variety of situations where all I had was a bed. When I came back to Rio in Nov. 2008 I continued to work on a bed or sofa for 6 months while I lived in temporary furnished apartments. I've had my own apartment for a couple of months now but the only furniture I've been able to buy so far is (you guess it!) -- a bed. So I continue to work on the bed. Within the next ... See more I've been working on a bed for quite some time now. It started when I went to the USA for a year at the end of 2007 and lived in a variety of situations where all I had was a bed. When I came back to Rio in Nov. 2008 I continued to work on a bed or sofa for 6 months while I lived in temporary furnished apartments. I've had my own apartment for a couple of months now but the only furniture I've been able to buy so far is (you guess it!) -- a bed. So I continue to work on the bed. Within the next few months though, I should have some options: a table and office chair in the living room, an easy chair and a sofa!
I might add, though, that working on the bed has been just fine for me...I have a MacBook and it's quite comfortable. ▲ Collapse
| | | | | Kneeling chair and Thatsit Varier | Aug 19, 2009 |
I have both but I prefer my 70 euro kneeling chair to my Thatsit Varier (which cost around 1000). I have been using one for 3 years now and have not had any aches or pains since. I would recommend a bog standard kneeling chair to anybody.
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Lia Fail (X)
Spain
Local time: 08:06
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| Hard on the knees | Aug 19, 2009 |
Catherine Knight wrote: Marjolein Verhulsdonck-Roest wrote:
I was thinking of buying one, but not many people seem to use/like them. Why is that?
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Any opinions/reviews are welcome!
Hi Marjolein, I've tried sitting (kneeling) on a knee chair before. It's certainly good for your posture, forcing you to sit with a straight back. One of the things I didn't like about it was that it eventually gets uncomfortable on the knees/shins which are taking most of your weight and you can't really shift your position. I wasn't familiar with the "Thatsit". It looks interesting. The fact that you can vary your posture definitely sounds like a plus point! I hope you find a good solution! Best wishes, Catherine
I used one for a while and it really hurt my knees.
| | | | | Regular swivel office chair | Aug 19, 2009 |
I am using this chair I'm sitting right now more than a decade.
Problem is adjusting function is broken and long gone, so I've been thinking of replacing it with something else for a while.
Decision was not made for several reasons, and I sure appreciating this poll and discussion that are taking place here.
Few weeks ago there was an article on Wall Street Journal about "revolutionary" office chair that supposed to do a lot of good to us office workers, but the report ... See more I am using this chair I'm sitting right now more than a decade.
Problem is adjusting function is broken and long gone, so I've been thinking of replacing it with something else for a while.
Decision was not made for several reasons, and I sure appreciating this poll and discussion that are taking place here.
Few weeks ago there was an article on Wall Street Journal about "revolutionary" office chair that supposed to do a lot of good to us office workers, but the report said it's awful expense ($600 range to be the cheapest). I immediately dismissed or postponed my decision on that as I am not ready to invest that kind of money right now (besides I lost the article, so I even don't remember the name of the chair).
A lot of discusiion on knee chair, and up until now I never thought about that to be my possible choice.
I just came back from doctor visit, and discussed my back-related problem. I thought it was kidney problem but he said, given the position I pointed to him as a source of the pain, it cannot be kidney. Lo, It has to be a back pain.
I've known the existence of a chair called "knee chair", and I thought it has quite UNattractive appearance.
Now I changed my mind after this poll , and a little research that followed. eBay has pretty good array of choices of this particular type of chair.
Happy translating and good health, everyone
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| | | | | Do-it-yourself straight-backed dining-room chair kit | Aug 19, 2009 |
Yesterday, my straight-backed dining-room chair was broken, on which I sat for over five years so I ordered another do-it-yourself straight-backed dining-room chair kit immediately. It is really cheap to build, just 3240 yen (roughly $30USD) without transportation charge. Why another dining-room chair again? Because I can work comfortably sitting on it for 8 hours or even more. My new dining-room chair will be delivered tomorrow so I have no choice but I will have to use my old office chair.
... See more Yesterday, my straight-backed dining-room chair was broken, on which I sat for over five years so I ordered another do-it-yourself straight-backed dining-room chair kit immediately. It is really cheap to build, just 3240 yen (roughly $30USD) without transportation charge. Why another dining-room chair again? Because I can work comfortably sitting on it for 8 hours or even more. My new dining-room chair will be delivered tomorrow so I have no choice but I will have to use my old office chair.
Rebekka Groß wrote: Lesley Clarke wrote:
I bought an office chair a few years ago and ended up with a sore back. This straight-backed dining-room chair is the best thing. I can sit on it if needs be 16 hours a day day in day out, and never remember I have a back. Wow! How do you manage to get your upper and lower arms at right angles, your lower arms parallel to the floor and your hands in line with your lower arms using a chair that can't be adjusted? My desk is certainly too high for an ordinary dining chair causing my lower arms and hands to angle upwards. I had to use a dining chair for just a few days many years ago when I was in between office chairs and almost ended up with RSI. I can't imagine anything other than a proper, full backed, adjustable desk chair combined with a swivel-top foot rest to keep my legs and knees in a more relaxed position.
It is no problem to manage to get my upper and lower arms at right angles just by putting a hard cushion or two on my chair. As Japanese I am, I often sit cross-legged (tailor-fashion) on the chair just because I feel it is very comfortable. When I surf the Internet, I usually bend my left leg and put on the chair while I put my right leg on the floor. My left hand? I will either put my left hand on my left leg or on my small keyboard table. ▲ Collapse
| | | | | My one and only: Typist chair | Aug 19, 2009 |
Hello, there!
I've been using this kind of chair for 36 years now, and I've never had neck, wrist, or back problems. http://www.nextag.co.uk/typist-chair/zzukzB1z0--search-html
PLEASE PROMISE you'll try one at a store! And give one of these to each of your children, too.
By the way, I found the link on Google; I'm not trying to sell anyth... See more Hello, there!
I've been using this kind of chair for 36 years now, and I've never had neck, wrist, or back problems. http://www.nextag.co.uk/typist-chair/zzukzB1z0--search-html
PLEASE PROMISE you'll try one at a store! And give one of these to each of your children, too.
By the way, I found the link on Google; I'm not trying to sell anything . I just want you to notice the small-sized, adjustable backrest, which should fit your lowest back, and adjustable seat height. Choose the sturdiest one, of course --some will last just a few weeks. If the link does not work, just google "typist chair".
I'd forgotten to add this most important link: http://ergo.human.cornell.edu/ahtutorials/typingposture.html
Finally, exercising is a must. Try swimming!
Happy translating!
María Eugenia
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| Thank you all for your insights | Aug 20, 2009 |
So knee chairs: you either love them or hate them... I am still considering buying one, though. About ten years ago a friend of mine lent me one to try out, and I know about the strain on the shins, but that didn't bother me overmuch then. And yes, they are expensive, but it seems silly to be working hard and not indulging in a proper chair to sit on while doing just that. Besides, I agree with Aguas, it's important to take care of your back. Once it starts hurting, it's often too late.
@H... See more So knee chairs: you either love them or hate them... I am still considering buying one, though. About ten years ago a friend of mine lent me one to try out, and I know about the strain on the shins, but that didn't bother me overmuch then. And yes, they are expensive, but it seems silly to be working hard and not indulging in a proper chair to sit on while doing just that. Besides, I agree with Aguas, it's important to take care of your back. Once it starts hurting, it's often too late.
@Henry: I know these desks exist. I stumbled upon a picture of one while doing research on the knee chairs, but I can't find it anymore. Try googling 'height-adjustable desk', that will give you an idea, though. And as with chairs, there are expensive solutions, but cheap ones, as well. I should have thought of that: apparently doing your work standing up a few times a day is very beneficial.
@ María Eugenia: the children use typing chairs while doing their homework, but they just don't work for me. And swimming is definitely a valuable suggestion. Exercise is definitely a must when you're stuck behind a computer most of the day. Before I started running, I used to swim a lot, but it's just so time-consuming! It takes half an hour just to get to the pool; I can run 5 km in that time. And you know what it's like, there's always a deadline looming!
Thanks again and best regards,
Marjolein ▲ Collapse
| | | | Gudrun Maydorn (X)
Germany
Local time: 08:06
English to German
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| Swiss ball and saddle chair | Aug 22, 2009 |
I have a saddle chair and a Swiss ball and change between the two several times a day which is just right for me.
| | | | | Thatsit - ergonomic knee chair | Sep 8, 2009 |
Marjolein Verhulsdonck-Roest wrote:
I was thinking along the lines of a Thatsit Varier (formerly Stokke).
I was also too quick to click on Ergonomic chair: I've been sitting on a Thatsit for a few years now, and love it. You can rest your knees on the knee rests or just lay your feet on the ground, to give both your back and your knees a rest when they need one.
And the cushioning is still as springy as new after a few years of intensive sitting. My best office investment, together with my ergonomic keyboard!
Roberta
| | | | | Shell-shaped easy chair on casters | Sep 14, 2009 |
From Ikea. It's meant to be a dining chair. It looks much like the Planet model on the Thatsit website. I had been struggling to find the right chair for years - went through about 6 of them. This one is perfect. I love it!
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| For anyone who is still following this... | Nov 24, 2009 |
I managed to buy a Thatsit Varier (lots of hassle, took ages for one faulty part to be replaced, but anyway) and assemble it (very IKEA DIY and that for nearly 1000 euros, but anyway).
As it turns out, my desk is now too low! So either I buy a whole new desk or see if I can find a way to raise it (very DIY, but anyway).
Just bear that in mind if you are considering buying one: your desk needs to be at least 76 cm high or height-adjustable.
To be continued...
Marjolein
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