There are many causes of lower back pain. Some of the things that cause back soreness we do not give sufficient attention to. Reclining on a comfortable sofa may be relaxing, but the after effects may be equally harmful. Too low and deep sofas result in the spine forming a C-shape, which results in the muscles, discs, and ligaments becoming stretched.
 
Using extra cushions to have proper posture will help in the end. Use the number of pillows that adjusts to your sleeping position, keeping your neck and spine in a straight line. It is better to use a mouse instead of a touch pad when using laptops. While you can use extra cushions to avoid improper posture to ensure that your neck and spine are in a straight line, you need to remain conscious that your back is a sensitive and important part of your body.
 
Even something as simple as bending over the washbasin to pick up things may result in a herniated disc according to this article.

Things That Cause Back Soreness

To understand back pain, you have to understand there are a number of things that can cause lower back pain symptoms

 

Millions of us hunch over our desks every day and move far less than we should, leading to back, neck and shoulder pain.

 

But there are many other everyday movements we don’t give a second thought to that can wreak havoc on these areas over time.

 

‘The body is like a car — it doesn’t just suddenly break down,’ says Adam Dallison, a private osteopath from Surrey.

Many modern sofas are too low and too deep. Recliners are more comfortable – and are likely to be better for the back

 

Many modern sofas are too low and too deep. Recliners are more comfortable – and are likely to be better for the back

 

‘With a car, things niggle for a while beforehand and become fragile.

 

‘The human body is exactly the same. It’s the innocuous, repetitive actions that can tip you over the edge into developing injuries.’

 

Here, the experts reveal the common culprits — and how to minimise their effects on your body.

 

SITTING ON A COMFY SOFA

 

Many modern sofas are too low and too deep, says Ms Margo.

 

‘Your spine ends up in a C-shape, with the discs, muscles and ligaments of the lower back stretched. Use extra cushions so you’re not sitting so far back.’

 

Recliners are more comfortable — and are likely to be better for the back, she adds.

 

Pay attention, too, to how many pillows you have in bed, says Mr Allardyce.

 

Sleeping in the wrong position can be as damaging as walking with a slouch.

 

Too many pillows tilt your head forwards and too few tilt it back, both of which put strain on the neck and upper spine.

 

The support you need depends on your sleep position, your weight and the density of the mattress. Ensure your neck and spine are in a straight line.

 

Generally, if you sleep on your side you need two pillows, and if you’re on your back you need one, says Mr Allardyce.

 

‘For those with broad shoulders, use thicker pillows and, most importantly, make sure it feels comfortable for you.’

 

Ms Margo says you should avoid lying on your front as your head is turned,  causing an asymmetrical strain on the neck.

 

‘A large proportion of people with neck problems are front  sleepers,’ she says.

 

‘I wish I could get the world to sleep on its back, which is the best position.’

 

Using a laptop’s touchpad rather than a mouse is bad news for your neck and shoulders, says Mr Allardyce.

 

‘With the touchpad you have to move your hands inwards and across your body to use it, which makes your shoulders and neck very tight. With a mouse, your arms are in the correct position.’

Using a laptop’s touchpad rather than a mouse is bad news for your neck and shoulders

 

Using a laptop’s touchpad rather than a mouse is bad news for your neck and shoulders

 

Mobile phones are a problem too, says Ms Margo. They are getting smaller and we’re craning our necks to see the screens.

 

For calls you should invest in a headset.

 

If not, Ms Margo says: ‘The side where you hold the phone will have compressed nerves, while the muscles and discs on the other side will  be stretched.’

 

 

BRUSHING TEETH

 

If you have underlying back pain or stiffness, you could be causing further problems when you bend over the sink to brush your teeth or bend to put on shoes, says Mr Allardyce.

 

Repetitive forward bending weakens the back of the discs, so they are more likely to bulge, which can lead to a disc prolapse.

 

‘This applies to many household tasks such as picking things off the floor, loading the dishwasher, gardening and vacuuming,’ he adds.

 

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There are many things we take for granted including lying on the sofa to watch television. In fact, you might even enjoy it, yet it can cause damage to your spine. There are certain things that cause back soreness, which include too deep and low sofas. There are simple precautions that you can take to prevent any damage or injury to your back such as not stooping to pick up things.

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