Lower back pain is very commonly seen in people who sit for long periods of time, lift heavy weights regularly or are heavy & inactive. It could be a mild, dull, occasional ache or a nagging constant...
'Lumbar spine' is medical terminology for 'Lower back'. A Seat lumbar support is a back support for a chair used behind your lower back to position the spine in proper position. Human beings were not...
Pain in the lower back or low back pain is a common concern, affecting up to 90% of people at some point in their lifetime. Up to 50% will have more than one episode. Low back pain is not a specific...
Ergonomics is a simple science that can be smartly used in the office to create a snug fit between, work and the worker. It is the Study and integration of human well being principles into system...
Feet in the human beings are subject to physical stress and pressure, be it walking on bad roads, climbing steps, standing in Ques, running, exercising or playing sports. This can render the tendons...
THE HUMAN SPINE The spine is the foundation of the entire body. It is responsible for almost every movement that you make: you walk not just with your legs, but with your entire back, and you reach...
Going under the knife. In only 2% of cases where people have pain, is surgery necessary. Physiotherapists, chiropractors and doctors can often sort out backaches. Surgery is sometimes necessary when...
The shoulder is the most mobile and least stable joint in the body. The shoulder joint complex is formed by four joints. The combined mechanics of its joints and muscles provide for and control the...
The downside of using a laptopLaptops are portable & convenient. They have made working easier but harder on the body. Sadly the design of a laptop with an attached screen & keyboard causes a laptop...
Many of us suffer neck pain. In this computing age, there is increasingly more stress on the smaller joints of the hands & the neck. Constant, repetitive use of different types of keypads, handling...
The neck in medical terms is called the Cervical Spine. It starts from the base of the skull & through a series of seven vertebral segments (bones) connects to the upper back. It has an intricate...
One of the most overlooked aspects of good workstation ergonomics is the footrest. Leg activity is crucial to maintaining good circulation and comfort. Prolonged sitting in the same static position...
Neck pain (or Cervical Pain) is a common medical condition, with two-thirds of the population having neck pain at some point in their lives. Joint disruption in the neck creates pain, as doe’s joint...
Reclining is thought of as beneficial only while watching a movie or falling asleep after a meal. People don't think reclining at work is possible or even a good thing! However this notion should be...
Sitting actually puts more strain on your back than standing & many of us work in offices having to be desk-bound for most of the day. If you must sit for long periods of time, it is important to...
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We, at Back Rx, acknowledge back problems on the rise and understand the need to have a one stop solution, we provide all you might need, to keep your spine agile and in good health.