3 Things You're Doing Everyday That Hurt Your Back - Essence of Medicine

Dr. Abbasi and Amanda discuss the daily habits that negatively impact back health, emphasizing the importance of posture, movement, and the effects of a sedentary lifestyle. They explore how modern technology and lifestyle choices contribute to back pain and stress the need for regular movement and yoga to maintain spinal health.

Takeaways:
Posture, especially while sitting, is crucial for back health.
Crossing legs for long periods can lead to back pain.
Human biology is not adapted to modern sedentary lifestyles.
Walking and changing positions are essential for spine health.
Yoga helps maintain range of motion in the body.
Taking movement breaks during long periods of sitting is important.
Technology can help mitigate the effects of a sedentary lifestyle.
Elderly individuals should focus on mobility and staying active.
Professional athletes may suffer joint issues due to their activities.
Walking is one of the best exercises for spinal health.


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