How to cope with low back pain?

According to Hong Kong Sports Clinic, on average, 80% of the population will be affected with some form of low back pain during their life. For most, this is short term and with minor consequences, though for some, this can become chronic and seriously affect their day-to-day lives. We all don't want this to happen, prevention is always better than cure, so how to prevent low back pain? These are the guidelines for preventing acute low back pain.

Sitting:

- Sit as little as possible. Only for 10 to 15 minutes. EKOBOR always encourages people to alternate sitting and standing in every hour, half sitting and half standing is preferred. 

- Sit with back support at the curve of your back. And keep your hips and knees at a right angle, your feet should be flat on the floor. 

- When standing up from a sitting position, move to the front of the seat of your chair. Stand up by straightening your legs and avoid bending forward at your waist. 

Standing:

- The right standing posture should be stand with your head up, shoulders straight, chest forward, weight balanced evenly on both feet, and hips tucked in 

- Adjust the height of the work table to a comfortable level and avoid standing in the same position for a long time.

- When standing, try to elevate one foot by resting it on a stool or box, after several minutes, switch your foot position. 

Other useful tips:

- Try not to sleep on your stomach. Sleep on your side with your knees bent, you can also put a pillow between your knees.

- Avoid activities that require bending forward at the waist or stooping. 

The key to recover from acute low back pain is maintaining the normal curve of the spine (hollow or lordosis). Try our sit-stand workstation to prevent back pain!

Source: http://www.hongkongsportsclinic.com/mavista/cms/en/common-complaints/Lower-Back-Pain

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