If
you've only had back pain for a few days or weeks, the following advice may
help relieve your symptoms and speed up your recovery:
1.
Take 5-10 minute breaks every half
hour throughout the day.
This can also aid weight loss, since standing burns almost twice as many
calories as sitting.
2. Office Ergonomics: Proper office ergonomics — including correct
chair height, adequate equipment spacing and good desk posture — can help you
and your joints stay comfortable at work.
Make
sure your monitor is directly in front of you, at least 20 inches away; keep
your mouse close to your keyboard; keep your hands, wrists and forearms
straight and as parallel to the floor as possible; make sure your shoulders are
relaxed, and your upper arms hang down in a natural way.
3. Exercise and Lifestyle: Regular exercise and being active on a daily
basis will help keep your back strong and healthy. Activities such as walking,
swimming and yoga are popular choices. The important thing is to choose an
enjoyable activity that you can benefit from without feeling pain.
4. Relax and stay positive: Trying to relax is a crucial part of easing
the pain because muscle tension caused by worrying about your condition may
make things worse. People who manage to stay positive despite their pain tend
to recover quicker.
5. Try
to address the causes of your back pain to prevent further episodes. Common
causes include being overweight, poor posture and stress.
