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Today, ergonomic furniture is available in a wide range, so it's easy to choose a table that's right for you.

Characteristics to consider when choosing:
Tabletop size. Choose a table that will not hinder movement around the room and will not interfere with the activities of other people at home or in the office, while allowing you to place all the necessary equipment. The depth of the tabletop should ensure that the monitor (or monitors) is placed at a distance of at least 60 cm from the user for convenience and eye health. The ergonomic cutout in the tabletop allows you to comfortably place the elbow joint on the surface, which significantly reduces the load on the cervical spine and prevents muscle strain. In TEHNOTABLE tabletops, we use proven ergonomic parameters: the width of the cutout is 40 cm and the depth is 16 cm. These dimensions are suitable for 90% of the population, providing optimal support while working. In accordance with the EN standard
ISO 9241-5, a proper working position involves a 90-degree angle between the elbow and the tabletop, which helps maintain healthy posture and reduces the risk of musculoskeletal problems.
Height range. Choosing the optimal desk height depends on a person’s height and individual needs. For a proper workplace organization, it is important to ensure the appropriate height for both sitting and standing. When the desk is too high or low, this can lead to incorrect body position, increasing the risk of neck, back and shoulder pain.

How to choose the right table height?

Table height in sitting position:
Ideally, your elbows should form a 90-degree angle when your hands are resting on the tabletop. If the table is too high, it will cause your shoulders to lift, which will put strain on your neck and upper back. If the table is too low, it will force you to lean forward, which will put more strain on your lower back.
The recommended height for sitting at a desk is when your feet are flat on the floor and your thighs are parallel to the ground. For most people, this height ranges from 65 to 75 cm, depending on your height.

Table height in standing position:
When working standing, your elbows should also be at a 90-110 degree angle to the tabletop. This ensures comfortable work without undue strain. The height of a standing desk is usually between 90 and 120 cm.
If the table is too low, it forces you to lean forward, which disrupts your posture and leads to overstrain of the back muscles. If the table is too high, it forces you to raise your shoulders, which causes discomfort and rapid fatigue.
The importance of the correct table height

An inappropriate desk height can lead to serious health problems. Studies show that an improperly selected workstation increases the risk of developing chronic neck pain by 60% and lower back discomfort by 50%. In addition, working at a desk that is not the right height for you can reduce productivity by 15-20% due to a constant feeling of fatigue and discomfort.

Recommendations for people over 190 cm tall
For people over 190 cm tall, we recommend paying attention to four-legged tables. They provide additional stability in the upper position of the tabletop, which is important for comfortable and safe work. Such tables have greater stability, especially at maximum lift, which prevents oscillations or instability, keeping the level of productivity and comfort at a high level. Maximum load. This parameter is important if you plan to place office equipment or other heavy equipment on the table. So make sure that the weight of the tabletop and the load do not exceed the permissible weight that the mechanism can lift.

Adjustment method . Tables with electric height adjustment are the most popular and most convenient. This is especially important for those who plan to change the height of the workplace often. The electric mechanism allows you to quickly and accurately adjust the height of the tabletop to the desired level without unnecessary effort. It is important to pay attention to such parameters as the speed of height change and the noise level of the mechanism so that the adjustment process is as comfortable as possible.

Why is electric height adjustment the better choice?
- According to studies, manual or hand height adjustment is less effective and results in only 10% of users changing the height of the desk from time to time. This is because manual height adjustment takes a significant amount of time, and the process of adjusting to a specific height is complex and can be uncomfortable. Even a small error, for example, 1 cm, can affect posture, creating additional stress on the spine and muscles.

- In addition, electric adjustment allows you to more precisely adjust the height according to your height and work needs, which reduces the risk of developing health problems associated with incorrect working posture. The electric mechanism allows you to quickly and effortlessly change the position from sitting to standing, which helps increase productivity by 20-30% by improving overall physical well-being during work.

It is worth noting that height-adjustable desks can be installed not only in offices or production facilities. They are great for arranging a comfortable place for studying and remote work. The most important thing is to choose reliable and high-quality designs with a durable mechanism that will retain its functionality and practicality with frequent use.