A Guide to Office Chair Armrest Adjustments

Whether you're buying one or multiple office chairs, it's important to consider the many adjustments that are available to you, one of those being adjustable office chair arms. Not every chair comes with adjustable arms, however. Before you make your office chair purchase, consider the following armrest adjustments available to you.

Armrest Height

Armrest height is one of the most common ergonomic chair adjustments. Being able to set the height of your armrest can prevent discomfort and injury.

Armrest Width & Pivot

Not all office chairs come with adjustable armrests, but those that do can help with your upper back. This is usually controlled by a push of a button or a simple knob, allowing you to tilt your armrests inwards or outwards to varying degrees until you find something that's adjusted to your level of comfort.

Non-Adjustable Arms

Most of the store bought office chairs are targeted towards the budget-oriented shopper. These chairs don't feature adjustable armrests, so that is something to keep in mind when shopping around. It's definitely worth the investment if you sit in your chair for long periods of time.

We hope an introduction to some of these office chair adjustments are helpful to you with your chair purchase. If you're looking for more information on the other types of ergonomic adjustments, check out our guide on how to choose the best ergonomic office chair. If you can't find the perfect armrest position, you can always check out our selection of chairs without armrest. These allow for more freedom and mobility.