Vari Standing Desks and Converters

Description

Standing desks and standing desk converters can be thoughtfully adapted to create a more ergonomic, accessible, and comfortable workstation without the need to stand at all. For wheelchair users or individuals with restricted mobility, the key advantage lies in the ability to raise or reposition work surfaces, screens, and tools to meet their unique physical needs.

Standing Desks

Standing desks are full-sized desks with adjustable height capabilities. Many models are powered electronically, allowing users to raise or lower the entire desk surface with the push of a button. This can be incredibly helpful for wheelchair users or individuals who need their workspace at a very specific height. For people with FOP or other mobility challenges, standing desks allow for custom positioning of all desktop items—monitors, keyboards, writing surfaces, and assistive devices—without reaching or straining.

Pros:

• Entire desk surface raises/lowers uniformly
• More space for multiple items or assistive equipment
• Electronic models are easy to adjust with minimal effort
• Clean, streamlined appearance

Considerations:

• Typically more expensive
• Requires more space
• May be harder to reposition or relocate once set up

Standing Desk Converters

Desk converters are units that sit on top of an existing desk or table and provide an adjustable platform for monitors, keyboards, or laptops. They are often manual (though electric models exist), and are popular for their affordability and portability. For wheelchair users or people with limited upper-body mobility, a converter can provide the benefit of screen elevation and improved posture—without the need for a full desk replacement. However, they can sometimes be harder to adjust and may require some reaching or upper-body strength to operate.

Pros:

• More affordable
• Portable and easy to move or remove
• Allows modification of an existing desk
• Good for lighter equipment like a laptop or small monitor

Considerations:

• Limited surface space
• Manual adjustments may be challenging for some users
• Less stable for heavier equipment