Home Office & Study Setups for Scoliosis—Desk, Chair & Tech
Whether you are a student revising for exams or an adult working from home, your desk setup can make a big difference to scoliosis symptoms. Fortunately, many helpful changes are inexpensive or free.
Chair & Desk Basics
Dorsi Spinal Institute recommends:
- Adjustable chairs with lumbar support.
- Desk heights that allow elbows to rest at roughly 90 degrees.
- Feet flat on the floor or on a footrest.
Screen & Keyboard Placement
To reduce neck and upper-back strain:
- Place screens at eye level, about an arm’s length away.
- Keep keyboard and mouse close to avoid reaching.
- Consider external keyboards for laptops.
Movement & Micro-Breaks
We emphasise:
- Standing or walking briefly every 30–45 minutes.
- Simple stretch routines by the desk.
- Using apps or reminders to prompt movement.
Next Steps
If scoliosis is making study or home work painful, Dorsi Spinal Institute can review your setup (even via photos or video) and provide tailored ergonomic recommendations.
Related reading: see our blogs on work ergonomics, teen life with scoliosis, and pain management.
Written by
Dr Matthew ABJ Potts BSc MSc DC ISPRM
Clinical Director
Doctor of Chiropractic
Specialist Scoliosis Consultant
Fellow of the British Scoliosis Society
Member of the Scoliosis Association (UK)
Chair of the Clinical Advisory Board at Meloq AB
Member of the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
Editorial board member of international journals CICRJ & Rehabilitation Science
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