We evaluated general office chair and adjustable chairs which can adjust to fit each person. We also analyzed how each design dimension was reached and affected the human body by objective EMG (Electromyogram) evaluation, and by subjective evaluation of physical discomfort and comfort. Studies like this will be very important in the database. The purpose of this study is on upgrading the physical comfortableness, eliminating users' complaints about previous chairs.
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