Sitting Ergonomics And The Impact on Low Back Pain

Introduction

We all, at some point in our lives, will sit for a long period of time. Whether that is at a desk at work, eating dinner at the table, or sitting to watch a film. Many theories have been produced about how our posture should be during this time. From sitting up straight with no support to using specialised equipment to keep our backs in a correct and safe position. Below will discuss what the evidence says to keep our backs healthy and (Add aims in).

Ergonomics

Explain here what ergonomics is.... specifically sitting

The lower back

A little introduction to the back - what we use/ how we use our backs every day - important to keep healthy....

Clinically relevant anatomy

The lumbar spine, where most back pains occur (REFERENCE), has 5 vertebrae (numbered L1-L5). In between each vertebra, there is an intervertebral disc. This is known as the intervertebral disc joint. There are also two (left and right) facet joints between each vertebra (REFERENCE).

Low back pain

What is it how many people are affected by it? what causes it? does it have a link to ergonomics

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Prehab and rehab

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