Dr Cory Couillard

Back pain is an increasing concern as we spend the majority of our day in a seated position. From 8-10 hours of work to long commutes to finishing the day off with hours of television, poor posture places significant strain on bones, joints, soft tissues and muscles. Many people do not practice proper posture and ergonomics in the office or at home, which can lead to back pain and repetitive stress injuries. If you suffer from back pain, there are several things you can do to make yourself comfortable while preventing and treating common causes of back pain. Back Pain at Work? Poor posture is one of the most common causes of back pain.   Repetitive tasks and movements such as typing, filing and holding the phone with your shoulder can place your body in awkward positions that can contribute to muscle strain and pain.   Mental stresses such as an overwhelming workload, unhappy customers and an over-controlling boss can lead to tight muscles and physical ...