Research from the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) shows that 51% of British workers suffer from some form of back pain and the organisation says the importance of movement and alternating seating positions throughout the working day could not be clearer.
It warns that as work pressures and hours increase, more people are allowing their workstations to double as canteen benches and potentially spending whole days without moving from their seats.
A chiropractor at the BCA, said:
“It is no surprise that people are working longer and harder than ever before. However, it is important to realise the implications of this on the health and wellbeing of your back after a full eight hours or more sat in the same position.
“Getting away from your desk at lunchtime and at regular intervals throughout your working day is vital, even if it’s just for ten to 15 minutes. Otherwise, a simple stretch can relieve built-up tension in your lower back after being seated for a long time. In the long run, the result is that you will ultimately feel better and be more productive for the remainder of the day.”