Upgrade Your Home Workstation Easily According to Your Needs

If you have to do most work in a sitting position, you belong to that group of office workers who put their health under constant risk. It has been proven already that those who work mostly in a sitting position have a higher probability of:

• Getting obesity and related problems with health;
• Suffering from blood pressure issues;
• Constant pain in the back and neck;
• Severe headaches and migraines.
• These issues, in turn, increase the risks of:
• Cardiovascular diseases;
• Diabetes;
• Cancer, and many other diseases.

If you work in an office, the only solution is to make some simple exercises from time to time or go for a walk. We all know though that these opportunities aren’t always available. 

However, if you work from home, you can do everything to turn your working place into a comfortable hub. Not so many things are needed for it. You can start with your adjustments right now to ensure the best working place ever asap.

Install a Height-Adjustable Workstation

The very first item that influences your comfort and health is your workstation. If you use a traditional desk, we recommend replacing it with a modern workstation. If your budget is too tight, you can add a height-adjustable frame or a lifting column to the desk top that you already have. Choose a column from a catalogue of the most reliable manufacturer. 

When choosing the lift mechanism make sure that:

• It is nice: you don’t want an ugly item to spoil your interior;
• It is powerful enough to lift the desk top with all the equipment. If you use several monitors for work, the power of the lifting column shall be higher;
• It is silent: any noise becomes bothering if you have to concentrate on your tasks for a long time. Thus, the minimum noise level shall be generated;
• Your lifting column or frame shall be easy-to-operate. Normally, a remote control is included in the set. If this is not the case, check if you can add one;
• The lifting mechanism shall be able to lift or lower your desk top to the desired height. Thus, check the stroke length. It will be a pity if you aren’t able to lift your desk to a comfortable height to work. A too length stroke is also not the best option because in that case, the look of your desk might suffer. 

Now, you can place your order and wait for the lifting mechanism to be delivered. After you have it, install the desktop on it, adjust everything based on the instructions provided with the lifting mechanism, and start using your adjustable desk.

Final Thoughts

A convenient workstation is the main factor that influences your health condition, your productivity, and your income. It is an item that you use most of the time. Thus, it is worth investing in it to feel as comfortable as it is possible during work. Consider that these enhancements also will save you plenty of money that otherwise you would use on doctors. 

Author

Hayley Mann is a technology enthusiast specializing in automation methods of ergonomics devices. Her engineering background helps her to create interesting articles on technical topics, making them understandable for all readers.