Before assuming you need to load up on pain medicine, an aching back is often the result of the way you either sit or lift things. Suffice to say, improper lifting can do serious damage. Likewise, if you find yourself constantly slouching or even sitting for long periods with your back not against a chair, pain is often the result. Medications may alleviate the symptoms but they do not get at the source.
Experts recommend when lifting, keep your back straight and lift with your legs. Moreover, taking a few minutes to stand can often make a significant difference in how you feel throughout the day. Nothing is 100 percent guaranteed to work for everyone but relying on muscle relaxants and other medications is a short term fix to a problem that may become acute over time.
If your job does not permit you to move around freely, sometimes just changing the way you sit or even stretching can help. Ideally, blood flow should never be cut off and if you feel that happening, try not to lean on that body part. If the problem still continues, you may find it necessary to add a seat cushion or change your chair. Follow these steps and you will likely also
increase your work productivity as a relaxed worker is a more efficient worker.
Note: The author of this post makes no claim to be a medical expert and his opinions do not necessarily reflect representatives of Haskell New York Inc.
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