Is a headrest necessary on an office chair?

A headrest is useful for users who recline during reading, reviewing documents, or extended phone calls — it allows the neck muscles to rest in a supported reclined position. For upright task work (typing, data entry), a headrest is unnecessary and can actually push the head forward if positioned incorrectly. Fixed headrests are rarely helpful — adjustable headrests (height and angle) are the only type worth specifying. Most ergonomists recommend headrests as an optional comfort feature rather than a universal requirement. FindOfficeFurniture.com has office chairs with and without headrests — call 888-719-4960.