Optimize ergonomics at your desk – here's how
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A good workday starts with good posture. Sitting too low, having your screen at the wrong angle, or leaning forward to see better can quickly lead to stiffness, pain, and poor focus. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to optimize your desk height, screen placement, and chair position – and how a Desk Riser from Freedesk will help you create a more ergonomic desk in no time.
Why the right height of your desk, chair and screen is important for ergonomics
An incorrectly set workplace can result in:
- Tension in the neck and shoulders
- Lower back pain
- Tired eyes
- Numbness in the legs and feet
- Reduced focus and efficiency
Setting the correct height for your desk and monitor is a basic requirement for avoiding stress injuries and improving ergonomics. Simple adjustments will improve posture, circulation and working comfort.
1. The right height for your desk – here’s how to do it
Sit at your desk with your arms relaxed at your sides. Bend your elbows at a 90° angle. The desk should be at the same height as your forearms. If the desk is too high, you will tense your shoulders, and if it is too low, you will be forced to lean forward.
💡 Tip: A Desk Riser makes it easy to create an adjustable desk – even if you have a fixed desk: https://thefreedesk.com/collections/freedesk-desk-risers
2. How to adjust your chair for optimal ergonomics
The chair should support:
- Lower back (preferably with lumbar support)
- 90° angle at knees and hips
- Feet firmly on the floor or on footrests
If you need to raise your chair to reach your desk – use a footrest for stability. It improves both posture and circulation.
3. Screen height is crucial for posture and focus
The top of the screen should be in line with your eyes when you are sitting upright. Place the screen at arm's length.
💡 Tips for Laptop: Use a laptop stand that raises the screen to eye level and combine with an external keyboard to get the right height and distance. Please see our laptop stand: https://thefreedesk.com/products/laptop-stand .
4. Switch between sitting and standing at your desk
Even a perfectly adjusted chair and screen aren't enough – the body needs movement. Alternating between sitting and standing throughout the day is key to good office ergonomics .
💡Tip: Use the 30-60 rule. Sit for 30 minutes, stand for 30 minutes – repeat. With a height-adjustable desk solution like the Freedesk Desk Riser, you can make the transition in seconds.
Ergonomic checklist for your workplace
✔ Elbows at 90° – desk height in line with forearms
✔ Back support – feet on the floor
✔ Screen at eye level, an arm's length away
✔ Change your working position regularly with a height-adjustable solution
👉 Create a more ergonomic desk today – see our Desk Riser models here:
https://thefreedesk.com/collections/freedesk-desk-risers
