scholarly journals Sitting and low back pain: the positive effect of rotatory dynamic stimuli during prolonged sitting

1999 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 187-193 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leo L. van Deursen ◽  
Jaap Patijn ◽  
John R. Durinck ◽  
Ruud Brouwer ◽  
Jeanne R. van Erven-Sommers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Dynamic Stimuli ◽  
Prolonged Sitting ◽  
Positive Effect

scholarly journals An Evaluation of an Innovative Exercise to Relieve Chronic Low Back Pain in Sedentary Workers

2020 ◽  
pp. 001872082096608
Author(s):  
Pongsatorn Saiklang ◽  
Rungthip Puntumetakul ◽  
James Selfe ◽  
Gillian Yeowell
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Pain Intensity ◽  
Muscle Fatigue ◽  
Chronic Low Back Pain ◽  
Muscle Activity ◽  
Trunk Muscle ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Prolonged Sitting ◽  
Lumbar Extension

Objective The purpose of the study was to examine the effectiveness of a novel supported dynamic lumbar extension with the abdominal drawing-in maneuver (ADIM) technique on stature change, deep abdominal muscle activity, trunk muscle fatigue, and pain intensity during prolonged sitting in chronic low back pain (CLBP) participants. Background Prolonged sitting can cause trunk muscle fatigue from continuous contraction of deep trunk muscles in seated postures. Deficiency of activity of deep muscles can reduce muscular support of the spine, causing stress on spinal structures, which could result in pain. Method Thirty participants with CLBP were randomly allocated: (a) control—sitting without exercise, and (b) intervention—supported dynamic lumbar extension with the ADIM technique. Results Compared to the intervention condition, the control condition demonstrated significantly greater deterioration in stature change, increased levels of deep trunk muscle fatigue, and an increase in pain during prolonged sitting. Conclusion The supported dynamic lumbar extension with the ADIM technique appears to provide a protective effect on detrimental stature change and deep trunk muscle fatigue. In addition, it prevented an increase in pain intensity during prolonged sitting in people with CLBP. Application Sedentary behavior harms health, particularly affecting the lower back. Clinicians can use the intervention to induce dynamic lumbar movement, and this exercise can maintain deep trunk muscle activity during prolonged sitting, thereby helping to prevent low back pain (LBP) problems.

Effectiveness of a Lumbar Support Continuous Passive Motion Device in the Prevention of Low Back Pain During Prolonged Sitting

Spine ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 32 (23) ◽  
pp. E674-E677 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yoichi Aota ◽  
Haruhiko Iizuka ◽  
Yusuke Ishige ◽  
Takashi Mochida ◽  
Takeshi Yoshihisa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Continuous Passive Motion ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Passive Motion ◽  
Lumbar Support ◽  
Prolonged Sitting

Harnessing an Ergonomic Solution for Prolonged Sitting in Flight

2015 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eri P. Sadai ◽  
Issachar Gilad
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Lumbar Spine ◽  
Muscle Fatigue ◽  
Muscular Fatigue ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Ergonomic Design ◽  
Design Formula ◽  
Prolonged Sitting

Low-back pain is one of the consequences of sitting. Muscular fatigue leads to shifting from a straight posture into a slumped one. We believe that corrective supports to the pelvis and lumbar spine must be complemented with restraining shoulder straps to bypass muscle fatigue. This ergonomic design “formula” could potentially improve prolonged passive sitting conditions, such as on long-haul flights, in which most passengers sit in cramped surroundings. Our study’s results confirm this hypothesis. Further studies are required concerning cardiac and circulatory responses to the use of this device.

scholarly journals Low-Level Laser Therapy including Laser Acupuncture for Non-Specific Chronic Low Back Pain: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-19
Author(s):  
Hyewon Yeum ◽  
Yejin Hong ◽  
Dongwoo Nam
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Pain Relief ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Low Level Laser Therapy ◽  
Laser Acupuncture ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Significant Positive Effect ◽  
Level Laser ◽  
Positive Effect

Low-level laser therapy including laser acupuncture (LLLT/LA) has been widely used for non-specific chronic low back pain (NCLBP). However, there is no critically appraised evidence of its potential benefits. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of LLLT/LA for NCLBP. There were 12 databases (MEDLINE, CENTRAL, EMBASE, KoreaMed, KMBASE, KISS, NDSL, KISTI, OASIS, CNKI, CiNII, J-stage) searched for randomized controlled trials using LLLT/LA for NCLBP up until June 2019. The primary outcome was pain intensity and functional status/disability due to NCLBP. A random-effects meta-analysis was conducted on 20 studies involving 1,323 participants. LLLT/LA showed a significant positive effect on pain relief scores compared with sham treatments (SMD -0.51, 95% CI: -0.88 to -0.13; χ<sup>2</sup> = 31.12, I<sup>2</sup> = 74%). Alone, the therapy showed a significant positive effect on function/disability scores (30 participants, MD -11.90, 95% CI: -17.37 to -6.43). As an add-on treatment, it showed a significant positive effect on pain relief (80 participants, MD -5.10, 95% CI: -9.31 to -0.88; χ<sup>2</sup> = 28.99, I<sup>2</sup> = 97%) and improved function/disability scores (120 participants, MD 5.44, 95% CI: 2.19 to 8.68; χ<sup>2</sup> = 4.07, I<sup>2</sup> = 75%). Among 20 studies, 9 studies reported no adverse events and 1 study reported mild adverse events. LLLT/LA may be an alternative or add-on treatment for NCLBP.

scholarly journals Effects of Core Stability Exercises, Lumbar Lordosis and Low-Back Pain: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-23
Author(s):  
Gojko Skundric ◽  
◽  
Veljko Vukicevic ◽  
Nikola Lukic ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Lower Back Pain ◽  
Lumbar Lordosis ◽  
The Body ◽  
Core Stability ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Positive Effect

Core stability has a very positive effect on the prevention of lumbar lordosis and lower back pain. The main focus of this paper was on a review of the available literature on the influence of trunk stability on lower back pain and lumbar lordosis. The two electronic databases researched for collecting articles are PubMed and ScienceDirect. A search was conducted by title, taking a predefined combination of the following keywords into account: low back pain, core stability, training, sports. Screening processes are summarized through a PRISMA flow chart. 408 studies were identified, of which 20 met the inclusion criteria. It was concluded that exercise on the stability of the pelvic nucleus and muscles is recommended as the simplest and most favorable prevention of lower back pain and lumbar lordosis. The stability of the nucleus helps to overcome the main causes and deprive the body of functional disorders and pain.

scholarly journals Spinal and Pelvic Alignment of Sitting Posture Associated with Smartphone Use in Adolescents with Low Back Pain

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (16) ◽  
pp. 8369
Author(s):  
Tae-sung In ◽  
Jin-hwa Jung ◽  
Kyoung-sim Jung ◽  
Hwi-young Cho
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Lumbar Lordosis ◽  
Sitting Time ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Thoracolumbar Kyphosis ◽  
Sitting Posture ◽  
Prolonged Sitting ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Smartphone Use

This study aimed to assess the association between smartphone use in the sitting posture and changes in thoracolumbar kyphosis, lumbar lordosis, and pelvic asymmetry in adolescents with low back pain (LBP). Twenty-five adolescents with LBP and 25 healthy adolescents participated in this study. They were instructed to sit on a height-adjustable chair with their hips and knees bent at 90° for 30 min in their usual sitting postures. Thoracolumbar kyphosis, lumbar lordosis, and pelvic asymmetry were measured using a three-dimensional motion capture system. Thoracolumbar kyphosis and lumbar lordosis increased after 30 min of sitting compared to the baseline. In both groups, thoracic kyphosis and lumbar lordosis angle increased with increasing sitting time. Compared to healthy adolescents, adolescents with LBP presented greater thoracolumbar kyphosis and lumbar lordosis after prolonged sitting. Pelvic asymmetry showed no significant difference between the sitting time and groups. Using a smartphone during prolonged sitting may lead to a slumped posture; these associations were more pronounced in adolescents with LBP.

scholarly journals ERGONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF MANUAL BUILDING WORK ASSOCIATED WITH LIFTING TASKS/RANKŲ DARBO STATYBOJE, KELIANT MAŽAGABARIČIUS SUNKIUS ELEMENTUS, ERGONOMINIS VERTINIMAS

2001 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 370-373
Author(s):  
Kazys Algirdas Kaminskas
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Work Injuries ◽  
Back Injuries ◽  
Manual Lifting ◽  
Pneumatic Device ◽  
Heavy Construction ◽  
Porous Silicate ◽  
Positive Effect

The purpose of these studies is to reduce the amout of low back pain as well as work injuries. Low back pain is more likely to occur if the load exceeds the worker's physical capabilities. In this paper, biomechanical criterion was based on calculating the compressive forces in the L5/S1 disc (Eqs (1), (2)). Three types of activity were taken into consideration. First, manual lifting granite plates (500× 500× 100 mm) with and without special devices (Figs 1, 2). Second manual lifting porous silicate blocks (300 × 600 × 200 mm). Third, manual lifting silicate brick in stooped postures. The investigation results presented in Fig 6 show clear benefits of ergonomic solutions for manual lifting heavy construction elements. The risk for back injuries becomes quite insignificant when ergonomic lifting devices are used (Fig 6 point f and g). These devices do not reduce the weight of lifted elements, but in case of a pneumatic device the total lifting weight is considerably increased, but the positive effect is achieved due to reducing moments because workers perform the task with a straight back. The reloaders of bricks usully feel back pain due to extreme repetitive bending of the back.

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