There is no clear cut cause that can be given to back pains. According to modern back specialists, 80 percent of all back pain cases have no clear physiological cause. Also, it is difficult to predict who is going to have back pain. The only predictors are, if the person has had back pain before and whether the person smokes cigarettes.
On the other hand, job characteristics can be predictors to back pain. For instance, jobs that require lifting of heavy or frequent lifting and jobs that require long standing may cause back pains. Lifting with weight on the legs can be easy for the back. The use of “back belts” can remind a wearer to lift carefully.
Jobs that require long periods of sitting are at risk of giving back pains also. It is not healthy to sit in one position for a long time and sitting upright and forward too without too much movement. A supported slouch and reclined sitting let the back muscles relax and all sitters should also move around.
The most important chair adjustments are: the feet should rest on the floor, and sitters should be able to use the backrest.
Jobs that require too much reading can also affect back position. Hand positions can also affect upper back and neck.
Rules and prediction for prevention of back pains are optional because each back pain is different. Before accepting any advice, trust the “advice” of your own body’s discomfort reactions.
