Turn a La-Z-Boy recliner into a cosy desk chair

Comfort is key when you’re spending long hours in front of the computer. Hack a La-Z-Boy (or other recliner) into a rolling desk chair, and your back might thank you. At first I thought this hack was ridiculous (it certainly looks unconventional), but Michael Cho’s piece on ditching his standing desk pointed out that sitting reclined is better for your back than sitting up straight. This study suggests sitting at a 135 degree angle puts less pressure on your spine.

Sam Prentice of MIT attached a piece of plywood with casters on it to the La-Z-Boy so it could function better as an office chair. He says: Seriously though — I’ve struggled with tingling limbs and back aches for years. I’ve tried standing desks, an array of chairs, keyboards, mice, wrist guards, stretches ... But this setup, a mildly reclined La-Z-Boy with a keyboard on my lap, has been the best arrangement for mitigating pesky RSI symptoms. Bonus: Better naps at your desk.