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Sharp lower back pain when sitting in computer chair for too long . any specific chairs out there that could potentially help with this?

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Dr. Atif Malik answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Arm rest: Get a chair with good arm rest and upper back and neck support.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 1/18/2014

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