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New study shows Swopper chair improves concentration

Where the physical health benefits of active sitting have been outlined in studies conducted all over the world, a recent German study has identified that sitting on a Swopper chair improves concentration in both the short and long term.

The study, conducted in Germany at the Institute for Sport Sciences and Department for Training and Motion Sciences, tested 45 persons aged between 22 and 27. Each individual was asked to sit on three different seating options; the Swopper, a static test chair and a conventional office chair with backrest. Whilst seated, each person completed a d2-R test and Mackworth Clock Test to determine their short and long term ability to concentrate.

Researchers identified that each individual showed better performance with regard to short-term and long-term ability to concentrate when sitting on the Swopper, as opposed to sitting on a conventional office chair or static test chair. They recorded greater frontal theta activity and greater alpha-1 activity when working on tasks that determine short-term concentration levels, and greater beta-1 activity when testing long-term concentration levels.

The observable increase in performance during each concentration test has further established the potential of dynamic posture control when sitting, demonstrating how implementation in daily school and work situations could positively impact learning and working environments.

Designed to move forward, backward, sideways and up and down, the Swopper adapts to all three dimensions of human movement, effectively removing pressure on intervertebral discs. With adjustable tension and spring movement, the Swopper can become more or less stable depending on the amount of lateral movement required, making it perfect for almost any work environment.

There are currently a variety of different Swoppers available depending on sitting requirements and workstation specifics. You can view the full BadBacks range of Swopper products here.