Experts believe that not only sitting time but also posture and habits while sitting also directly affect the spine.
Maintain the correct sitting posture
When sitting in a chair, you should keep your back straight, shoulders relaxed, and feet completely on the floor. Bending over or sitting with the center of gravity off for a long time can increase pressure on the spinal disc, leading to chronic back pain.
Stand up and exercise lightly every 30-60 minutes of continuous sitting
Just a few minutes of walking, stretching, or gently turning around can help improve blood circulation and reduce back muscle tension.
According to the Harvard Health Journal (USA), interrupting long sitting times with light exercise can significantly reduce the risk of back pain and musculoskeletal problems associated with sedentary lifestyles. This report emphasizes that: "the human body is not designed to sit continuously for many hours.
In addition, using a chair with a suitable backrest or adding a small pillow in the lumbar region also helps maintain the natural physiological curve of the spine, reducing pressure on muscles and ligaments.
Experts recommend that back pain is not just a temporary problem but can progress into a disease if prolonged. Therefore, adjusting the habit of sitting in a chair early on is a simple but effective way to protect long-term spinal health.
