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5 Bad Habits That Causes Back Pain

Back pain is mostly caused by everyday bad habits that stress and strain our muscles and joints. Most people suffer from minor back pain from time to time and often these signs get ignored. These reoccurrences may seem to come out of nowhere, but most of the time it is resulted from the accumulation of repeated behaviours that stresses our body. If you're battling back pain now or wish to take steps to prevent an achy back, make an effort to avoid these 5 bad habits:

1. Bad Posture & Sitting All Day

Sitting for long periods of time without taking breaks puts pressure in the lower back. The lumbar discs are unable to perform properly because they are squeezed together, creating accumulated tension in the lower back that causes pain. We often do not notice how we sit hence it is difficult to maintain proper posture while sitting in front of a computer all day.

Unfortunately in the age of technology, majority of us suffer with bad posture but yet we can't live without our gadgets. Looking down at our phone for extended periods will cause increased postural stress on the neck muscles and the vertebral discs. This can also lead to headaches that are triggered by tight muscles called tension headaches.

2. Lack of Exercising

Exercise strengthens the muscle that is vital for supporting your back. When you do not get enough of it, you experience stiffness, weakened muscles, and your spinal discs become degenerated. Workouts that strengthen the back and abdomen are a great way to combat any stiffness you may experience.

According to Singapore Healthhub, we should aim to clock at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per week. For beginners, start small with brisk walks or by choosing to climb the stairs instead of taking the elevator or escalators!

3. Improper Lifting Technique

Improper lifting is one of the most common cause of back pain. Not just lifting in the gym, in our every lives we bound to lift some heavy objects. The majority of injuries caused by improper lifting techniques are either muscle strains or ligament sprains in the lower back. The risk of injury increases when you practise improper lifting techniques such as :

  • Bending over from the waist to pick up objects.
  • Lifting boxes above the chest and leaning backwards
  • Turning or twisting your body while carrying heavy load

4. Improper Footwear

Footwear like heels can create pressure in the back by changing the normal curvature of the spine, forcing you to arch the back. This, in turn, makes the back muscles work harder. However, shoes that are too flat are as bad as high heels. Sandals or slippers without a supportive back do damage as well, causing your feet to move from side to side, and thus distributing your body weight unevenly. Your footwear should provide you with adequate support that helps the spine maintain a comfortable and normal position. If you are unsure, a good pair of sneakers would not go wrong or you can always consult our Chiropractor!

5. Not Visiting a Chiropractor for your Back Pain

More often than not, people start to normalise the pain as they are getting used to it. That's not what we want. No one should have to live with chronic pain and there are plenty of options available for you to get pain relief and return to your normal activities. If you're looking for a drug-free, non-invasive treatment option, Chiropractic care may be right for you. Chiropractors focus on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, which means they're able to target the source of your pain and improve your range of motion.

Feel free to contact us to get your spine checked by our Chiropractors!

Suzanne Sim
Suzanne Sim
2022-04-26
Visited Dr Jason on 6th March 2022 due to acute back pain where I cannot even stand, sit, sleep and walk properly. During my first visit I had to borrow my mom’s walking stick in order to walk, and I needed someone to help me up when I was sitting down. After the first 2 sessions, my pain eased greatly and I can sit/sleep better and I can walk freely without the help of the walking stick. After 9 sessions with Dr Jason, I can say that everything is pretty much well and I’m back to my usual self. So thankful towards Dr Jason!
Aaron Pasaoa Lee
Aaron Pasaoa Lee
2022-03-29
Live Well Chiropractic, from front desk staff to the Doctors everyone is so welcoming and accommodating. Service is impeccable and staffs were on point every time I drop by to visit. Booking appointment was a breeze because of the WhatsApp function they have which made communication seamless. My chiropractor was Dr. Kenney. One I would recommend besides Dr Jessie. Attention to detail and precise with all the adjustments. I will definitely go back to them for spine health and any injuries related. Thank you for taking care of me.
Ang Yew Yee
Ang Yew Yee
2022-03-26
I came here to relief my bad back and after the sessions, it gets better and better. The staffs are friendly and the doctors are professional! 😀
John Lam
John Lam
2022-03-25
Staff at Live Well are friendly and accomdating to my schedule when I need to reschedule my appointment. I came in with constant shoulder and neck ache accompanied with tension headache, and lower back ache. Dr Kenny has been providing adjustments for my spine, and given me the knowledge on maintaining a good posture and stretching exercises. Now, my shoulder, neck ans lower back ache episodes have decrease, and I have lesser tension headaches. Live Well Chiropractic is definitely recommended for people who suffer from musculoskeletal aches and pain.
Anne Atienza
Anne Atienza
2022-03-23
Very cozy and clean! All staffs friendly and approachable. I had a bad back pain after I give birth ,seriously pain to the point I can’t blend my body or carry my baby and Dr Jessie helps me ya now I’m better so much relief after a few sessions. 👍👍👍
Teresa Ong
Teresa Ong
2022-02-08
Thanks to Dr Jason, after 3 months of adjustment to my upper back my headaches are gone, I also had better quality sleep, and had more energy throughout the day.
Eng Cher Heng
Eng Cher Heng
2022-02-06
Dr Jason is very experienced and i trust him to treat my condition which has improved tremendously over the past 9 months. I have multiple disc degeneration causing pins and needles with my fingers. Seeing him regularly helps to keep my neck, spine in good condition, alleviating symptoms that i used to face.
Kelvin Quek
Kelvin Quek
2022-01-26
I woke up one morning (4 years ago) in pain and unable to turn my neck, after sleeping in a bad posture. Usually this takes 1-2 weeks to recover on its own. Desperate and in so much discomfort, I decided to give Chiropractic a try, and visited Dr Jason (now in Live Well Chiropractic). To my surprise, all it took was just one treatment from him and I had instant relief! Ever since, I have been regularly going to Dr Jason for the past 4 years. The frequencies of my bad neck aches lessened significantly and my posture has also improved tremendously. Friendly, very experienced, reliable and most importantly effective! I will definitely recommend Dr Jason to anyone who wants to give Chiropractic a try and I am convinced that you will be the next one giving him a great testimony like myself 😊
Irene Tee
Irene Tee
2022-01-25
I have been going to chiro with Dr Jason for more than 8 years, from treatment stage to maintenance stage now. I was in really bad shape, the pain in my lower back was so severe that I couldn’t even sit for more than 5 minutes without feeling pain as my protruding disc was pressing on my nerves. I tried TCM treatments and physiotherapy. These treatments didn’t work for me. I am grateful that I found Dr Jason. He was friendly and patient, taking the time to understand my condition, saw my x-rays and MRI scan. He told me that my condition could be improved. No hard selling. For the first few weeks, I had to go for treatments more regularly. My condition improved very quickly that the number of times I needed to go for treatments every week reduced. Now, I no longer feel pain when I sit for long periods of time! He is the number 1 doctor that I go to for any body pain. When my wrist and elbow hurt, he could feel the slightest misalignments and adjusted them back in place for me. Thank you Dr Jason! :)

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