Back pain
Back pain
Human back is the main part of the body which serves multiple purposes as it connects the upper part of the body with the lower one. Back consists of complex network of muscles, ligaments, discs, tendons, and bones that work together in order to support the whole body enabling human beings to move easily.
Thus, any deformity or abnormality in any of the components of your back can lead to severe back pain. Back pain is generally common in aged people as it can be a result of poor posture, muscle strain, muscle stiffness or any injury.
Postures causing back pain
Postures causing back pain
Posture is the key way which can either help your back grow stronger or weaken it down. Posture determines your way of holding your body in different positions; sitting, standing, lying, or performing any tasks.
Your posture is directly related to your back pain or back ease. Good posture, therefore, is a sign of relief that your body parts or the vertebrae are aligned correctly. Meanwhile, bad or unsupported postures increase the stress on your muscles and joints. Moreover, it weakens your back tissues eventually causing pain and distress that is not bearable. Similarly, back pain can also arise as a result of sudden injury by incorrectly lifting a heavy object.
Since your posture is the primary thing that matters in every situation so it’s time to change your posture in order to avoid back pain. Any of the bad posture, discussed below, represents that you will experience back pain, sooner or later. To make you clear about the reality that posture really is effective, few unsupported postures are mentioned below:
- Sitting without giving any support to your back
- Slumping or slouching on one side
- Lying on your belly while reading books or working on the laptop
- Standing imperfectly where your one leg is bearing all the weight
- Washing dishes while standing with a slightly bent posture
- Lifting heavy objects by bending your back in an improper way
- Sitting continuously in one position for an extended period of time
- Bending your neck while looking at your computer or mobile screen
Sitting postures to prevent back pain
Sitting postures to prevent back pain
Since you have got an overview of what kind of postures cause back pain, now it is important for you to observe your sitting postures and change them immediately in order to get rid of your back pain.
Here are some postures for you that need to be kept in mind while sitting:
- It is necessary to always support the curve of your back while sitting.
- You should sit for a little time in one position instead of sitting for hours in the same position.
- Keep your hips and legs straight while sitting on a chair. Do not cross your legs or leave them down without any support. They must touch the floor or should be placed on a stool (if necessary).
- Always sit on chairs with high-back and arm rest supports because a chair without support will tend to make your back go in a round position.
- While being at workplace, adjust your chair height and the work station in order to sit closer to the work and to avoid bending your neck and back. Furthermore, make sure to keep your neck and shoulders at a right position to stay relax.
- Always twist your back and neck completely if there is need to turn around or turn back.
- While standing up, always ensure to stand in a proper way rather than suddenly getting up. Firstly, move yourself to the front of the seat. Secondly, stand up with straight legs by avoiding any kind of bends at your waist.
