A little bit of care can go a long way in ensuring that your back does not bend over in pain.

Back pain is a common ailment. More often than not, the cause is poor posture and bad body mechanics, especially when at the workplace. A supervised programme of back protection and exercise can be the key to alleviating and preventing such problems.Attempts to seek help in tackling obesity are often met with ridicule the world over. This could relate to the fact that there could be nothing medically wrong with an obese person, though obesity, especially when the excess fat is located in the upper body and intra abdominally, is associated with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart diseases, some forms of cancer, hormonal problems, gall and kidney stones, lung problems and strain on joints. More cogently, these associated disorders start reversing the moment fat content in the body starts getting lowered.

It is important to maintain correct posture and good body mechanics as they play a vital role in reducing the pressure on the discs and strain on the muscles, ligaments and back joints.Some available `therapies’ are: Destructive surgery (jaw wiring, stomach stapling), local liposuction, experimental biological liposuction, hypnosis, various types of diets, drugs to increase fecal loss or to accelerate breakdown of fats, drugs to suppress appetite, and the more recent experimental leptin replacement therapy.

Sitting down on the job:

Talking on the phone can be a pain in the neck:

Avoid leaning to one side when you are sitting, and avoid overstuffed furniture, as it does not offer adequate support.
When you lean forward at your desk, bend forward at the hips instead of rounding your lower back. This will allow you to keep your back straight and in good alignment.

Talking on the phone can be a pain in the neck:

Holding the phone between your ear and shoulder can often lead to neck pain. After sitting down long, it is helpful to straighten your back to an upright position and, if possible, stand and walk for awhile.

Do not forget exercise:
Appropriate exercise, done regularly, will provide the strength and flexibility in the muscles of your legs and back. Some forms of exercise, such as yoga may help relieve or prevent back pain by increasing flexibility and reducing tension. These exercises should not be done, however, if they are uncomfortable or place a strain on the back.

Do not neglect strength training. Strong abdominal, back and leg muscles play a vital role in helping you maintain good posture and movement.