How To Cope With Pain While Sitting

Kensington MD

07 February, 2022

2:53 PM

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Sitting too long can cause pain in your back by compressing in the spine, which can irritate the nerves. You don’t need to suffer through any more aches-and pains at work by taking some quick action today. Work on Your Posture Try a lumbar support cushion or wedge to help your back stay upright and take the pressure off. If possible, also make sure that your chair has an adjustable height for better comfort. I offer various back supports on my products page on my website. Click here to see if any might suit your needs. Move Positions Every 30 Minutes When you're at work, get up and move around every 30 minutes. If that's not possible, then make sure you at least stand at your desk for a minute or two or walk around your desk. Stretch Regularly Here are some easy stretches to help with your pain: Walk backwards down your hallway. This fires your gluteals (buttocks) besides stretching the back of the leg (thigh and calves). Piriformis stretch: Put the right ankle on the left knee in a figure 4. Put your hands behind your left knee and bring the left knee towards your chest while the right foot is still on it. You should feel the stretch in your right buttock, then switch legs. Hip flexor stretch: This stretch can be done lying on your stomach or seated. Sit with one cheek on the edge of the seat and the other leg extended behind you. Keep your trunk upright and you can bend and straighten the knee of the leg behind you. Conclusion You can help yourself cope with pain by working on your posture, moving positions every 30 minutes, and stretching regularly. Doing these things can decrease the amount of discomfort you feel. Still feel like you may need more help or know someone who does, click here to schedule a Free 20 minute call with us. To Your Health, Cynthia