Ergonomics is the scientific discipline concerned with designing according to human needs. By making sure that every individual have natural and efficient work positions and, at the same time, provide for variations in movements, one can prevent muscular- and skeletal problems. Such problems are a substantial cost to the society; in Norway this accounts for 90 billion NOK a year, from which 30 billion derives from the workplaces.

Different types of work give different ergonomic challenges. In jobs recognized by heavy lifting, one can reduce the risks of injuries related to manual lifting by using specialized equipment. However, for most people, heavy lifts and hard manual labour are not representative of a normal day at work. More than half of the workforce sits most of their workday. Thus, the chair you sit on is a very important part of a healthy, ergonomic environment.

The Back App chair will provide a dynamic sitting position that increases the blood flow and has both preventive and soothing impact on back pain. - Our surveys show that most of our customers use their Back App at work, and as much as 80% have experienced a positive health effect by sitting on the chair. This shows that the Back App chair can contribute to a more ergonomic work environment, says Freddy Johnsen.