New Epidemic Research on Sitting

Emerging research points to many negative effects of too much sitting—including lower back pain lower and potential complications like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Here are ways to stand and move more during the workday.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/new-health-epidemic-sitting-disease?source=3tab

Good Posture Helps Reduce Back Pain

Correct posture is a simple but very important way to keep the many intricate structures in the back and spine healthy.

http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/ergonomics/good-posture-helps-reduce-back-pain

Studies link sedentary activities to increases in anxiety

Australian researchers said an analysis of study data indicates that sedentary activities, such as working at a desk or playing video games, may increase anxiety symptoms. "It is important that we understand the behavioral factors that may be linked to anxiety -- in order to be able to develop evidence-based strategies in preventing/managing this illness," head researcher Megan Teychenne said in a news release.

The report was published in the journal BMC Public Health.

Decrease Sitting Time & Feel Healthier

Decrease your sitting time by 66 minutes per day and feel healthier. In a recent study 87% of people reported feeling more comfortable and energized when they were alternating between standing and sitting. Read more below:

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/one-hour-ease-your-back-ache-and-boost-your-mood

Office Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common work-related injuries and is often caused by ordinary work activities such as sitting in an office chair or heavy lifting. Applying ergonomic principles can help keep your back healthy.

http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/ergonomics/ergonomics-office-and-workplace-overview

Happy Friday!

Happy Friday! Are any of you convinced by this post to stand more at your office this week?

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/new-health-epidemic-sitting-disease

Sit Less and Start Feeling Healthier!

Decrease your sitting time by 66 minutes per day and feel healthier. In a recent study 87% of people reported feeling more comfortable and energized when they were alternating between standing and sitting. Read more below:

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/one-hour-ease-your-back-ache-and-boost-your-mood

Spine-Health April Newsletter

Choosing the Right Ergonomic Office Chair

Using an ergonomic chair can take a lot of load off the spine during work hours or at home, but a chair chosen specifically for the person to sit in it is optimal. See how to choose the right chair for your back. Learn more...

Mind Your Posture!

Are You Mindful of Your Posture? We often hear that good posture is essential for good health, but very few people have a real grasp of the importance and necessity of good posture, or the position in which we hold our bodies while standing, sitting or lying down. Good posture is the correct alignment of body parts supported by the right amount of muscle tension against gravity. Follow this advice for standing, sitting and lying properly: When sitting, keep your feet flat on the floor with a   small gap between the back of your knees and the front of your seat. Your knees should be at or below the level of your hips. When standing, bear your weight primarily on the balls of your feet and keep your knees slightly bent. Your feet should be about shoulder-width apart and your earlobes should be in line with your shoulders to keep your head from jutting forward, backward or to the side. Avoid sitting or standing in the same position for long periods of time. Sleep with a pillow and avoid lying on your stomach. If you sleep on your side, place a pillow between your legs. If you sleep on your back, keep a pillow under your knees.