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I am having fairly mild lower back pain. i am an it professional. so i spend a lot of time on the pc in a chair. a good chair help for a while.
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Back Pain: Back pain is very common in people that sit often. Not unusual to get extension pain due to anterior tilt of pelvis from tight hip flexors. Not unusual to get back pain from poor core strength and endurance. Consider a good back and leg stretching program with a good neutral spine core stability program. Should take of your back pain and prepare you for a long life of improved function.
Answered 9/29/2016
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May need lumbar roll: Sitting is 4x your body weight across the lower back. Getting out of chair after 30 -45 minutes for a few minutes can help as can placing a rolled towel in the small of your back if there is no seat lumbar support. Also try seat adjustments in terms chair height & use a high back chair with arm supports. Regular exercise, weight control and not smoking if a smoker will also make a difference.
Answered 12/9/2013
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