The University Desk Chair: Examining the Impact on Learner Comfort and Ability to Focus

Autor/inn/en	Kulka, Joseph; Doherty, Deborah; Maher, Sara F.
Titel	The University Desk Chair: Examining the Impact on Learner Comfort and Ability to Focus
Quelle	In: Journal of Learning Spaces, 11 (2022) 2, S.24-35 (12 Seiten) PDF als Volltext kostenfreie Datei Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
Schlagwörter	Furniture; College Students; Attention Control; Student Attitudes; Pain; Physical Characteristics; Individual Differences + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Möbel; Collegestudent; Aufmerksamkeitstest; Schülerverhalten; Schmerz; Körperliche Erscheinung; Individueller Unterschied
Abstract	A mismatch between furniture and body characteristics can cause musculoskeletal discomfort during prolonged sitting for a variety of learners. The purpose of this study was to explore university students' perceived changes in pain and/or discomfort, perceived level of comfort, and perceived ability to focus and learn while using four common desk chair styles. After recording standing and seated height, sixty-seven university students completed a survey tool which contained six sections: (1) demographics, (2) type of desk chair used and time in desk chair, (3) pain and/or discomfort rating and location prior to and after desk chair use, (4) impact of desk chair on pain and/or discomfort, (5) rating of desk chair comfort, and (6) rating of desk chair adjustability. A desk chair with padding and a large frame was rated significantly highest in overall comfort. Participants reported significantly increased upper back pain when using a desk chair with minimal arm support. During periods of prolonged seating, desk chairs should accommodate various sized bodies and have cushioning, as well as support for the upper body. (As Provided).
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Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2024/1/01