My 15 Bucks Dirty-Cheap Office Chair

Someone tried that at my office and was actually told by management that they weren't allowed to have it, as there was a concern that if she were to fall off it and hurt herself, she would sue the office.

Strangely, her counter-argument that it's no more ridiculous to think that she would sue for spinal problems relating to sitting in the standard provided office chair wasn't given much attention.

I've gone through all sorts of seating options (Aeron, exercise ball, kneeling chairs, etc.). None of them worked for me (I'm the type that loves to stand/walk), so I made a $14 standing desk mod: http://yfrog.com/fviw2j (basically four cinder blocks and caps).

This has made a huge difference, I can actually concentrate better and there were some unexpected benefits:

* it's much easier to demo stuff (everyone is at the right height)

* taking breaks is a very low friction task (amazing how something as simple as not having to get up/sit down helps)

Except that ball chairs aren't always the best choice :). They can still force your spine into a C shape rather than the natural S shape. The best type of office chair is none at all, better for you all around :).

I've been planning to get a ball for a chair for a while now. My major worry has been an overly sweaty ass.