Bakpro Back Alignment Box

As well as saying that ‘sitting is the new smoking’, osteopath Nick Potter believes that stress is one of the biggest causes of illness in the world today: “Often in high performance jobs, you bury stress in your tissues and it ends up becoming a physical problem.” In response, Potter created the Bakpro Kit, which comes with a Stim ball, to release strain in hips, pelvis, hands and feet; a Stim roll, to massage the glute and back muscles; and an S-shaped Stim stick to massage the muscles down the back of the neck. Users will also have access to a website that includes a series of demos and exercises that focus on releasing the spine and working the muscles that shorten when you sit all day. £125, bakpro.com 

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Yo-Yo Desk 90

Ever wondered why you come up with your best ideas on a walk around the block or during that impromptu stand-up meeting at the water cooler? Research shows that standing for just a couple of hours of your work day can reduce circulation problems and the back pain associated with sitting for long periods. It can also elevate your mood, reduce stress and fatigue and increase productivity. This adjustable desk allows you to mix up your schedule; sitting for part of the day and standing for the rest. £280; sit-stand.com

Herman Miller SAYL Office Chair

It’s hard to avoid long periods of sitting during busy times in the office so investing in the perfect ergonomic chair could be the support you need. The design of this multi award-winning chair from Herman Miller is inspired by the principles of suspension bridges. Its flexible frameless back provides full ergonomic support and allows for a full range of movement while sitting. Not only does the foam and fabric seat conform to the contours of the body, it encourages you to achieve the ideal sitting posture more naturally. £589; johnlewis.com

FootForm Dual Adjustable Footrest

Maintaining a good posture while sitting at your desk is key to avoiding long-term aches and pains. You should sit back in your chair, eyes level with the top of your computer and your shoulders should be in a relaxed position. If, after sitting in the correct position, your feet are not flat on the floor, you should use a footrest. This one can be adjusted using a foot operated pedal, allowing you to raise the level of the surface to suit you. £201.60; posturite.co.uk

Walldesk WTD200 Treadmill Desk

It’s no secret that our increasingly sedentary lifestyles can contribute to all manner of ailments and disease, from low mood to obesity and hypertension. But for many of us there is no escaping the deskbound 9-5. Aiming to counter the effects of modern living is this nifty treadmill desk. Setting it to a slow one mile per hour with a five-minute break every hour will increase your productivity, focus and metabolism. Now, there’s the small matter of convincing your boss to order it in… £1,385; fitnessinn.co.uk

Daylight Smart Lamp D20, £31

If you’ve ever struggled to finish a presentation or feel like you’re drifting off at 4pm, it could be down to poor lighting in the office. Studies have shown that dimly lit offices or those with harsh lighting can cause eyestrain, headaches, fatigue and lack of focus. In an ideal world we’d all be working in offices flooded with natural light but until that day, there’s always the Heamar Daylight Smart Lamp – and it could help improve productivity at work. Adjustable to five different settings, it emulates natural light at your desk, and is so lightweight and flexible you can pack it up and take it home at the end of the day. £31; heamar.co.uk

Blueair Pro air purifier

Chances are you walked into your office this morning to a chorus of coughs and sneezes. It’s hard to avoid the excessive germs permeating the air, especially with the addition of central heating or freezing air conditioning. Prevention is key, and this is where the Blueair Pro air purifier comes in. Using energy efficient fans, it will silently cleanse the air in your office while providing the best possible protection against airborne threats to health such as colds and flu. £1,195; breathingspace.co.uk