Standing Desks/Adjustable Height Workstations
Multiple studies have shown that prolonged sitting is not good for our health. In additional to musculoskeletal effects that result in neck and back pain, prolonged sitting can negatively affect blood circulation and lead to associated problems. So, what can we do if we need to spend a lot of time in front of a computer or perform other activities involving prolonged sitting in front of a desk? For many people the answer is an adjustable height work surface that allows alternating from sitting to standing. These "standing desks" can not only help minimize back and neck pain but may also help avoid some of the impairment of blood circulation that may be caused by prolonged sitting. The good news is that many of these standing desks are affordable enough for most people to consider. Below are what I believe to be some of the best options for the money in this catagory.
I believe the SIAGO electric standing desk is one of the best choices for this type of product, especially for the price. It allows you to easily go back and forth between sitting and standing, which is recommended both for spinal health and circulation, at the touch of a button. This standing desk has the features and durability of more expensive similar products and is available in three desk surface size options. If you are looking for a standing desk, I believe this is one you will want to consider and the one I would personally choose in this catagory
This is a good option for someone that needs a specific height stand-up workstation. It is "adjustable" as far as what the height needs to be but then most people would probably want to leave it at that height; you cannot easily switch from sitting to standing so it would not be the best adjustable height desk choice for office workers that want to be able to switch between the two positions. Yes, it's possible to do so but most people would find this to be too much of a hassle and would be better served by an electric standing desk like the one above. However, for those that are looking for a mobile semi-fixed height standing workstation, this little desk is surprisingly strong and a great value for the money.
I don't know that I'd call this an actual "standing desk" but this VariDesk standing desk converter may be an option for someone who can get by with a small adjustable height surface that sits on their current work surface and allows them to avoid prolonged sitting, or perhaps, raises their computer screen to a more ideal height.
Even though this book holder is not a standing desk, I've included this product here as it does allow for adjustment of the surface on which books can sit. I remember classmates using similar products back when I was in chiropractic school so they have been around for a while. For those who read for extended periods, esp. if they are currently doing so with a book on a flat surface, this should be a big help - it keeps the neck in a more neutral spinal position, decreases the pressure on spinal discs and reduces associated neck and upper back tension and pain. This particular product comes in a variety of sizes to meet almost any specific book stand needs.