We are so often made aware of how bad slouching is but sitting in the perfect position for too long can be almost as detrimental. Sitting up too straight and still for long periods can also be a strain on your back.

Take breaks a few times a day. Make sure to stand up, stretch, and take a quick walk several times a day to keep yourself from getting stiff or causing injury.

Make sure your chair is at a height where your knees are at a 90-degree angle, your feet can rest flat on the floor, and you have proper lower back support. Try standing for part of the day, perhaps while you're on the phone or reading.

Getting older doesn’t mean life has to be painful. While an aging body may come with some aches and pains, many can be avoided. Keeping our bodies strong, flexible, and mobile through exercise can prevent many complications and discomforts. There are so many exercise options to try including yoga, bowls, pilates or a variety of daily walks.

Preventative treatments such as stretching, massage and specific strength and activation exercises can make a huge difference. The important thing is that back pain is not something you should have to live with.

Back pain sufferers often claim one wrong twist or simply bending over caused their injury. But that event was likely the result of many other factors.

It is true that at times when we are pushing ourselves further than usual, we may feel discomfort, tension or even pain in the back. This seldom results from the exercise itself, but rather from contributing factors like stiffness or limited range in other areas.

You can help prevent back pain by preparing your body for physical activity with good stretching and warm-up exercises to help wake up your muscles. Including exercises which strengthen your back, core and trunk are important and will maintain good posture and control throughout activities.

Back pain sufferers can experience greater pain if their mattress is too firm because it puts more pressure on heavy points like the hips and shoulders. Conversely, a mattress that is too soft could lack the support necessary for our joints. In both cases, the person wakes up stiff and in pain.

A recent study found that people with ongoing general back pain who slept on a medium-firm mattress hurt less and were able to move better than those who slept on a firm mattress. But one size doesn't fit all. Choose your mattress based on your sleep habits as well as the cause of your back pain.

Some Truths About Back Pain

12.07.22

Myth: You Should Always Sit Up Straight

Myth: Bed Rest Is The Best Cure

Myth: Back Pain Is Just A Part Of Getting Older.

Myth: Exercise Is Bad For Back Pain

Myth: Back Pain Can Appear Out Of Nowhere.

Myth: Firmer Mattresses Are Better

Myth: If I See A Doctor, I’ll Probably Have Surgery.

Truth: Rehabilitation Can Reduce Symptoms

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