The best office chairs for back pain we've tested and reviewed

The three best office chairs for back pain relief.
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If you work a lot at a desk and you're worried about the health of your back, getting an ergonomic chair is a great investment. I've been testing the best office chairs for back pain for several years now, and I've seen how using them has had a massive positive knock on effect in my life. And the experts agree.

According to research by the University of Hampshire, if you work long hours at a desk, using an ergonomic chair that follows the natural curvature of your spine and provides support to your lower back can decrease the risk of developing a cumulative trauma disorder.

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AttributesNotesRating
DesignErgonomic, modern office chair★★★★★
MaterialsMetal, copper-infused cooling foam, plastics★★★★★
AdjustabilityFull adjustability, and leading arm rests★★★★★
PriceThe $1,000 + will exclude many budgets – but it's worth it★★★★
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AttributesNotesRating
DesignModern office chair★★★★
MaterialsPlastic, mesh, metal and foam★★★★
AdjustabilityAll Sihoo chairs offer adjustability above their price tag★★★★★
PriceThis is a great buy for under $200★★★★★
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AttributesNotesRating
DesignA modern design classic.★★★★★
MaterialsBrushed metal, mesh and foam.★★★★★
AdjustabilityEntry level model has minimal.★★★★½
PriceFrom Herman Miller it's around $1,200 but come with a great warranty. ★★★★
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AttributesNotesRating
DesignA classic, executive style with large leather panels. ★★★★★
MaterialsHeavy aluminum, memory foam seat and soft leather finish★★★★★
AdjustabilityFantastic 360º arm rests and back and seat adjustments★★★★★
PriceAround $1,139 at Amazon. As low as $999 over Black Friday ★★★★½
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AttributesNotesRating
DesignFull colour coverage, this is a design standout. ★★★★★
MaterialsColoured aluminium, plastic mesh, fabric and foam. ★★★★★
AdjustabilityLumbar, up and down, arm rests, and seat depth. ★★★½
Price$549 retail★★★★★
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DesignA minimalist Scandinavian design saddle seat designed to keep you moving.★★★★★
MaterialsAluminum, foam and soft felt.★★★★½
AdjustabilityUp and down★★★½
Price$1,100 at retail★★★★
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AttributesNotesRating
DesignA small chair inspired by the Golden Gate Bridge.★★★★★
MaterialsMetal, colourful plastic mesh, fabric and foam. ★★★★½
AdjustabilityLumbar, up and down, arm rests. ★★★½
Price$1,200 at retail★★★★
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DesignA sleek European take to the stool.★★★★★
MaterialsPlywood, felt and rubber. ★★★★★
AdjustabilityNANA
Price$420 retail. ★★★★
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DesignAn influential skeletal design first released in 2013.★★★★★
MaterialsAluminium, steel, plastic, and fabric.★★★★★
AdjustabilityUp, down, back, seat forward and arm rests.★★★★½
Price$1,300 retail. ★★★★½